What is the Kazanlak rose festival?

The Festival has been organized annually since 1903 in Kazanlak. It celebrates our deep connection to the Rosa Damascena – the Bulgarian oil-bearing rose and all the gifts it has blessed the Rose Valley with for centuries.

Where to pick roses in Kazanlak?

The rituals take place in various villages (numbered above) around the town of Kazanlak. The most visited rose picking rituals are in the first weekend of June – Saturday and Sunday taking place near the village of Enina or the village of Kran.

When will the 2021 Rose Festival be held?

The 2021 Rose Festival will be held in early June, with the culmination of the event happening on the 4th, 5th and 6th of June. click here for our detailed guide about the Rose Festival in Kazanlak Learn more about the Valley of Roses:

What is the Rose Festival of Bulgaria?

Short Introduction to the Rose Festival of Bulgaria. The Festival has been organized annually since 1903 in Kazanlak. It celebrates our deep connection to the Rosa Damascena – the Bulgarian oil-bearing rose and all the gifts it has blessed the Rose Valley with for centuries.

What is the Rose Museum in Kazan?

Opened in June 2016 and located in the beautiful park Rosarium, the Rose Museum hosts a multitude of pictures, artifacts, tools and creative works which represent the history and traditions of the Kazanlak region with a core theme – the oil-bearing Rosa Damascena and its major impact on the livelihood of the local population.

What to do in Kazan in June?

On the culmination of the festival, which is always on the first weekend of June, the Kazanlak Center and nearby streets will be closed for cars, there will be thousands of tourists in the city so if you travel by car, make sure to find a parking spot earlier so you have time to find a good spot for the parade.