End of the two-days forum dedicated to tourism in Stara Zagora region

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Mrs. Christine Fournier - executive of WATA, has given very high praise to Stara Zagora and Kazanlak and recommended the region to tour operators in the whole world.
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End of the two-days forum dedicated to tourism in Stara Zagora region

A two-days forum on tourism took place on 13 and 14 October 2009 in Stara Zagora and Kazanlak.

A special guest was Mrs. Christine Fournier – executive of the World Association of Travel Agencies (WATA).

Mrs. Fournier announced that Bulgaria and Stara Zagora region will be recommended as an attractive tourist destinations on the 60th General Assembly of WATA in December in Barcelona.

According to surveys of travel agencies abroad, Bulgaria is not really popular as a destination and much efforts are needed to make it world-known. The Association’s executive believe that a national policy is required along these lines .
MIEL-Travel – representative of Bulgaria in The World Association of Travel Agencies will make presentations and attend meetings during the Assembly to promote the country. The organization updates regularly its members with different proposals for visits in Bulgaria. Your country is worth being an excellent tourist’s destination and you can count on us to achieve it, said Mrs. Christine Fournier.

She announced that with her return in Switzerland, she’ll draft a report on her visit in Stara Zagora and on the project aiming promotion of the region.

The project was initiated by The Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora in cooperation with Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency, the municipalities in the region and representatives of the tourism industry.
It is implemented with the support of The World Association of Travel Agencies WATA, in close cooperation with MIEL-Travel - a representative of WATA in Bulgaria and under the patronage of the Governor of District Administration – Stara Zagora.

A part of the event was dedicated to a round table on “The Human Resources in the tourist sector ”. Conclusions stress on the lack of human resources with the right training and qualification. To solve the problem, we need to focus on the language education, the practicum, the education control and to establish a closer connection between business and education, said Mr. Oleg Stoilov - chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora. He announced an idea for establishment of an Association for tourism development to join the forces of all stakeholders. The deputy-mayor Velizar Balabanov declared his support and assistance for the Association’s effective development.
Darya Mavrodieva – manager of the Centre of Training Firms at The Ministry of education, youth and culture said during the round table that she’ll send invitations to 28 schools in Stara Zagora region with proposals for human resources training in the tourist sector.

A tour in the Historical Museum in Stara Zagora took place during the forum where the tourism potential of the region was presented.
Christine Fournier granted the award plaques of the World Association of Travel Agencies to the District Governor – Mr. Yordan Nikolov and to the Mayor of Stara Zagora – Mr. Svetlin Tanchev during the cocktail on the antique street in the Historical Museum. The association’s certificates were bestowed on Mr. Oleg Stoilov – Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora, Mrs. Rumyana Grozeva – Executive of Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency, Mrs. Darya Mavrodieva – Manager of the Centre of Training Firms at The Ministry of education, youth and culture and Srebrena Delcheva – manager of the hotels Forum and Uniqato.

The Minister of Culture – Mr. Vezhdi Rashidov, The deputy-minister of Economy, energy and tourism – Mr. Ivo Marinov and Mr. Plamen Minev – District Governor of Rotary – Bulgaria have sent their written congratulations to the organizers and participants in the forum.
The tourism resources of Kazanlak have been presented on 14 October in the Tourist Information Centre as well as at an exposition of Kazanlak crafts. The participants have visited the archeological sites in the Historical Museum Iskra and in the valley of Thracian kings.

The tourism forum was held with the support of the companies Zagorka S.A., Groupe DZI, Standard Profile – Bulgaria, Chahov Ltd., Global Geo Ltd., Bulteh 2000 Ltd., Vereya plast S.A., Belvedere S.A., Teva Ltd., Dimes 2000 Ltd., Mandra Yulievo – Bratya Gospodinovi, The Real estate Agency - Roka, the hotels: Forum, Uniqato, Palace, Merian Palace, Zornitsa, Efir, City, Orpheus, Yagodite and the open-air amusement place – Balgaran etc.

A two-days forum on tourism took place on 13 and 14 October in Stara Zagora and Kazanlak. A special guest was Mrs. Christine Fournier – executive of the World Association of Travel Agencies (WATA).
Mrs. Fournier announced that Bulgaria and Stara Zagora region will be recommended as an attractive tourist destinations on the 60th General Assembly of WATA in December in Barcelona.
According to surveys of travel agencies abroad, Bulgaria is not really popular as a destination and much efforts are needed to make it world-known. The Association’s executive believe that a national policy is required along these lines .
MIEL-Travel – representative of Bulgaria in The World Association of Travel Agencies will make presentations and attend meetings during the Assembly to promote the country. The organization updates regularly its members with different proposals for visits in Bulgaria. Your country is worth being an excellent tourist’s destination and you can count on us to achieve it, said Mrs. Christine Fournier.
She announced that with her return in Switzerland, she’ll draft a report on her visit in Stara Zagora and on the project aiming promotion of the region.
The project was initiated by The Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora in cooperation with Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency, the municipalities in the region and representatives of the tourism industry.
It is implemented with the support of The World Association of Travel Agencies WATA, in close cooperation with MIEL-Travel - a representative of WATA in Bulgaria and under the patronage of the Governor of District Administration – Stara Zagora.
A part of the event was dedicated to a round table on “The Human Resources in the tourist sector ”. Conclusions stress on the lack of human resources with the right training and qualification. To solve the problem, we need to focus on the language education, the practicum, the education control and to establish a closer connection between business and education, said Mr. Oleg Stoilov - chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora. He announced an idea for establishment of an Association for tourism development to join the forces of all stakeholders. The deputy-mayor Velizar Balabanov declared his support and assistance for the Association’s effective development.
Darya Mavrodieva – manager of the Centre of Training Firms at The Ministry of education, youth and culture said during the round table that she’ll send invitations to 28 schools in Stara Zagora region with proposals for human resources training in the tourist sector.
A tour in the Historical Museum in Stara Zagora took place during the forum where the tourism potential of the region was presented.
Christine Fournier granted the award plaques of the World Association of Travel Agencies to the District Governor – Mr. Yordan Nikolov and to the Mayor of Stara Zagora – Mr. Svetlin Tanchev during the cocktail on the antique street in the Historical Museum. The association’s certificates were bestowed on Mr. Oleg Stoilov – Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Stara Zagora, Mrs. Rumyana Grozeva – Executive of Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency, Mrs. Darya Mavrodieva – Manager of the Centre of Training Firms at The Ministry of education, youth and culture and Srebrena Delcheva – manager of the hotels Forum and Uniqato.
The Minister of Culture – Mr. Vezhdi Rashidov, The deputy-minister of Economy, energy and tourism – Mr. Ivo Marinov and Mr. Plamen Minev – District Governor of Rotary – Bulgaria have sent their written congratulations to the organizers and participants in the forum.
The tourism resources of Kazanlak have been presented on 14 October in the Tourist Information Centre as well as at an exposition of Kazanlak crafts. The participants have visited the archeological sites in the Historical Museum Iskra and in the valley of Thracian kings.
• The tourism forum was held with the support of the companies Zagorka S.A., Groupe DZI, Standard Profile – Bulgaria, Chahov Ltd., Global Geo Ltd., Bulteh 2000 Ltd., Vereya plast S.A., Belvedere S.A., Teva Ltd., Dimes 2000 Ltd., Mandra Yulievo – Bratya Gospodinovi, The Real estate Agency - Roka, the hotels: Forum, Uniqato, Palace, Merian Palace, Zornitsa, Efir, City, Orpheus, Yagodite and the open-air amusement place – Balgaran etc.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 13:05

JOURNEY TO THE DAWN OF AGES

The Stara Zagora Region is one of the very few places in the world where the development of human civilization can be traced back to antiquity. Here, civilizations sprung, evolved and thrived, and examples of their struggles are strewn throughout the region. Epic battles, stormy and passionate lives, religious cults all claimed the Stara Zagora Region as theirs. Over the millennia, historical artefacts have surfaced and been preserved, offering today’s visitors an unforgettable journey down the ages.

Life in the Neolithic Age Immerse yourself in the New Stone Age – early 6th millennium BC. The unique Neolithic dwellings in Stara Zagora are one of the best preserved in Europe. You can see authentic tools - household and art items, including hand mills, ancient hearths, pottery fragments, deer horn sickles - all crafted and used by ancestors of today’s Europeans. Ref. No 1-5 on the Map

The splendour of Thracian culture Visit the Valley of the Thracian Kings, experience the touch of the mysterious rituals of Orphism in the mounds, tombs and in the ancient city of Sevtopolis (4th century BC). Here, in the city of Kazanlak, you can view exquisitely made pottery and jewellery that both reflect and provide evidence of a once flourishing Thracian culture. This spirit is especially tangible during the Festival of the Thracian culture in Kazanlak .................... Ref. No 6-11 on the Map

Stara Zagora has preserved its ancient Roman heritage The Roman Emperor Marcus Ulpius Trayan built the city of Augusta Trayana (107 AD) on the site of an ancient Thracian settlement in honour of his victory over the Dacians. The city rose to become the site of the second most significant cultural and administrative centre in the province, even minting its own coins. When you visit, make sure to see the exquisite Roman mosaics, the fortified walls, the Roman baths and the ancient open air theatre, which continues to be the site of ongoing public performances to this day...... Ref. No 12-16 on the Map

Proto-Bulgarian traditions and habits live on The ruins of dozens of fortresses, churches and monasteries bear witness to the memory of the glory of the First and Second Bulgarian State (8th - 9th century AD). Bulgaria adopted Christianity in the 9th century and, with a fearsome army, went on to establish itself as the largest state in the Balkans. It was also home of men of letters, spreading enlightenment and introducing the Bulgarian language in church rituals........................... Ref. No 17 on the Map

The unbreakable Bulgarian spirit During 500 years of Ottoman rule, the Bulgarians kept their spirit and clung to their Bulgarian language and cultural traditions, despite the armed uprisings and liberation struggles. The feats of bravery of those who died for Bulgaria’s liberation – Bulgarians, Russians, Romanians and Finnish soldiers – are immortalized by the dozens of monuments attesting to their sacrifice............................ Ref. No 18-23 on the Map

Nature and attractions In the Valley of the Roses, located between two mountain ranges, the foremost oil-bearing rose in the world is cultivated and promoted as the symbol of Bulgaria. The unique Rose Festival in May is an unforgettable experience for tourists who come from all over the world to immerse themselves in the magic of rose oil. Hiking fans will enjoy the picturesque beauty of nature – the coolness of the oak pine forests of the Balkan Mountains. The Balkan Peninsula, which gets its name from these mountains, is also home to excellent fishing, hunting, and even flying with a delta planer. Nature has also endowed this region with an abundance of mineral springs, healing waters and energy centres which together form the foundation of spa tourism in the region...... Ref. No 24-29 on the Map

Art and Culture – The soul of Bulgaria throughout the centuries The Stara Zagora Region is the birthplace of numerous poets, musicians and artists who have left their mark in art and culture at a global level. It is also host to the International Opera and Ballet Festival, the Puppet Theatre, a unique Roma Festival and numerous artistic exhibitions. Organized festivals and celebrations dot the calendar throughout the year, exhibiting the Bulgarian traditions and welcoming visitors to join in the merriment. Ref. No 30-45 on the Map

With the support of: The Governor of District Adminisration - Stara Zagora, The Municipality of Stara Zagora, The Municipality of Kazanlak, The Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Stara Zagora, Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency

and in co-operation with The World Association of Travel Agencies

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