Bulgarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Gold treasure, Sboryanovo

The ancient Thracian gold treasure

The famous sea side resort - Sunny beach

The Bulgarian rose

The Alexander Nevsky cathedral, Sofia

Traditional Bulgarian Kukeri show

Nessebar, the sea side resort named 'the pearl of the Black Sea'

The Magura cave

The Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous monastery

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If you have already fallen in love with Bulgaria and its culture, or you're just curious and browsing, then this is the place to be! The home of the cultural scene for all things related to Bulgaria, you will find all the information you need on this website. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact us, or see our FAQs.


The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London aims to promote, support and develop cultural relations between Bulgaria and the UK through various means:

  • Introduce Bulgarian culture to the UK’s international audience through exhibitions, performances, concerts, film screenings, theatrical productions, recitals, literary evenings, discussions and other events.

  • Organise a multitude of interesting courses and seminars, as well as Bulgarian traditions and crafts evenings and workshops.

  • Collaborate with, support and partner with other similar institutions, Anglo-Bulgarian associations and other cultural representatives.

  • Offer a library and reading room with a wide selection of Bulgarian and foreign literature, albums, films, dictionaries, guides and other materials.

  • Provide tourist information and materials for all those who wish to visit Bulgaria and experience its exquisite cultural monuments first-hand.

  • If these aims correspond with your interests and you would like to find out more, come and visit the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London today!

Bulgarian Culinary Workshop: “The Cuisine of Grandmother”

Come and experience the extraordinary craft of Bulgarian Cooking!! Learn how to make traditional starters, main courses, deserts and pastries following century old Bulgarian traditions with our master chef- Nasko, here in London specifically to provide this exclusive workshops! The course will begin at 13:00 every Saturday, in the premises of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London, with a duration of approximately two hours. To participate... Read more

Christmas Story Telling

19:00h Sofia Gallery 186-188 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, SW7 5HL THE GOLDEN KEYS: Winter Tales of Hidden Bulgaria by A Spell In Time In a magical winter world, two golden keys are forged to unlock the secrets of heaven and earth. Wolves howl and evil spirits prowl but gold shines bright in the darkest of nights. With a spellbinding mix of storytelling, ritual and evocative music all... Read more

Bulgarian Culinary Workshop: ” The Cuisine of Grandmother”

Come and experience the extraordinary craft of Bulgarian Cooking!! Learn how to make traditional starters, main courses, deserts and pastries following century old Bulgarian traditions with our master chef- Nasko, here in London specifically to provide this exclusive workshops! The course will begin at 13:00 on Saturday and Sunday, in the premises of the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London, with a duration of approximately two... Read more

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