Exactly at midnight, the words “Christ is Risen!” echoed from the top of Tsarevets, from where Metropolitan Grigoriy blessed the Bulgarian people. “May God's blessing and God's mercy be upon all of you, upon your homes and upon your children”, he wished those present. Although the Patriarchal Cathedral is not a canonical church, it has become the spiritual center of the holiday for another year.
The sight of thousands of people climbing the steep hill with torches and candles in their hands was impressive. To make the celebration complete, all believers who came to the fortress received a red egg and a piece of kozunak, donated especially for the occasion.
For the residents and guests of Veliko Tarnovo, welcoming Easter at this historical place is an experience with a special energy. “The atmosphere is simply great, we are surrounded by so many people, it is something unique”, shared on the air of “Sabù se” on NOVA young people who once again chose Tsarevets for the celebration. “It is magnificent, you can feel a completely different energy here”, added believers who did not hide their excitement.