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The Sculptor Mykhailo Parashchuk and the Artistic Building Decoration of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Burgas. Conservation and Restoration of the Building.

Yulia Krasovska

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DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110101

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Заглавие: The Sculptor Mykhailo Parashchuk and the Artistic Building Decoration of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Burgas. Conservation and Restoration of the Building.
Автори: Yulia Krasovska

Абстракт: The 1920s were a time of large-scale projects and transformative ideas for the urban redevelopment of Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas, Ruse, and Dobrich. Concepts for a national urban planning program were developed, emphasizing the architect's crucial role. Public buildings such as post offices, railway stations, banks, and educational institutions were constructed. At that time, the role of sculptors was minimal, limited to creating bas-reliefs for completed buildings, which constrained their initiative and forced them to adapt their work to the available architectural space. In 1929, Ukrainian sculptor Prof. Mykhailo Parashchuk was commissioned to design the architectural sculpture and decorative elements of the newly constructed Chamber of Commerce and Stock Exchange in Burgas. He executed the project brilliantly. A century later, the building remains a testament to the grandeur and originality of the design. To preserve its iconic appearance, restoration was recently undertaken using the latest technologies. The author of the article did not participate in the restoration process, as it was carried out before her research. She directly familiarized herself with the details and documents of the restoration with the assistance of the project contractor, Eng. Ivan Bahaturov from "Ecoart Engineering" Ltd.

Ключови думи: Sculptures by Mykhailo Parashchuk; Chamber of Commerce and Stock Exchange in Burgas; Conservation; Restoration.

Получена: 05-08-2024 Приета: 13-02-2025 Публикувана: 30-06-2025

Цитиране: Krasovska, Y. (2025). The Sculptor Mykhailo Parashchuk and the Artistic Building Decoration of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Burgas. Conservation and Restoration of the Building. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 11(1), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 11–22. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110101

Folklore Research: Archiving, Digitization, Virtual Exhibition, Scientific Publication of Artifacts and Collections from the Cultural Heritage

Vanya Mateeva

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DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110102

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Заглавие: Folklore Research: Archiving, Digitization, Virtual Exhibition, Scientific Publication of Artifacts and Collections from the Cultural Heritage
Автори: Vanya Mateeva

Абстракт: The article examines the main applied science achievements in the implementation of a comprehensive National Program for Documentation, Research and Preservation of Folklore, accomplished since the 1980s at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences by the Institute of Ethnology and Folklore Studies with the Ethnographic Museum. Such studies are unique in Bulgaria, based on a scientific archive and encompassing folklore culture as a complete system. The strategy set out appropriately formulates the participation of specialized scientific teams in programs and projects for the preservation of cultural heritage as a national and global value. Attention is focused on: 1/ the creation of a full-fledged archive for the purpose of applied scientific research: interdisciplinary work with the Institute of Mathematics and Informatics for the modernization and digitization of the folklore archive, typological classification annotated description and display of artifacts and collections; 2/ research methods and approaches of field folklore and ethnography, ethnology and cultural anthropology for the creation of a complete documentary base; 3/ scientific publication of empirical materials, bibliographic and information provision, virtual presentation of the Folklore Heritage fund with opportunities for beneficial effects for society and applicability in education and cultural tourism. The developments can contribute to building a unified network and standards in the digitization and preservation of cultural heritage in accordance with European and world practices.

Ключови думи: Folklore Heritage; Applied Scientific Results; Digital Archive and Library; Typological Classification; Virtual Exhibition; Interactive Center; Regional Studies; Field Folklore and Ethnography; Ethnology; Cultural Anthropology; Bibliographic Provision; Scientific Publication of Empirical Materials.

Получена: 10-01-2025 Приета: 28-02-2025 Публикувана: 30-06-2025

Цитиране: Mateeva, V. (2025). Folklore Research: Archiving, Digitization, Virtual Exhibition, Scientific Publication of Artifacts and Collections from the Cultural Heritage. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 11(1), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 23–57. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110102

Local Festivals as a Mechanism for the Preservation and Transmission of Intangible Cultural Heritage

Kamelia Petkova

стр. 58 - 69

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110103

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Заглавие: Local Festivals as a Mechanism for the Preservation and Transmission of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Автори: Kamelia Petkova

Абстракт: This article presents an analysis of data from a nationally representative quantitative survey of 800 respondents, conducted within the project "Local Festivals: A Resource for Local Communities in Coping with Crises", funded by the National Science Fund of the Ministry of Education and Science of Bulgaria. The study explores local festivals as a key mechanism for the preservation and transmission of intangible cultural heritage. The findings reveal that such events serve not only as a means of safeguarding cultural identity and traditions, but also as essential drivers of social cohesion and economic vitality in local communities. Despite their cultural and social significance, local festivals face a variety of challenges, including financial constraints, declining youth participation, the effects of globalization, and limited digital outreach. The study highlights the importance of active community involvement, which emerges as a critical factor for the long-term sustainability of these festivals. Furthermore, digitalization and the adoption of modern communication strategies are seen as essential tools for increasing the visibility and intergenerational appeal of these events. The article calls for targeted policy measures, educational initiatives, and public–private partnerships aimed at supporting the sustainable development of local festivals as dynamic and evolving cultural practices.

Ключови думи: Local Festivals; Intangible Cultural Heritage; Social Cohesion; Sustainability; Digitalization.

Получена: 03-02-2025 Приета: 18-05-2025 Публикувана: 30-06-2025

Цитиране: Petkova, K. (2025). Local Festivals as a Mechanism for the Preservation and Transmission of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 11(1), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 58–69. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110103

The Lingua Franca of Hegemony: English, Globalization, and the Perpetuation of Civilizational Power

Hadjer Ben Salem

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DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110104

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Заглавие: The Lingua Franca of Hegemony: English, Globalization, and the Perpetuation of Civilizational Power
Автори: Hadjer Ben Salem

Абстракт: In the framework of present globalisation paradigm, this paper criticises the part English plays as a global hegemonic lingua franca. This paper argues that the global spread and veneration of English insidiously continue Western-centric civilisation power in departure from just neutral, functional tool explanations locating English. The study looks at how English hegemony affects world norms of communication, influences knowledge creation accessibility and quality, and shapes the appreciation and understanding of cultural capital in many different global settings. Through an examination of these processes, the article offers a sophisticated and critical perspective for grasping the socio-cultural effects of English as a global language and its role in preserving cultural and civilisational hierarchies in a more globalising society. The study acknowledges the need of acknowledging such power dynamics in order to promote cultural diversity, equitable knowledge sharing, and worldwide social equality.

Ключови думи: Linguistic Imperialism; Lingua Franca; Cultural Capital; Knowledge Production; Western-Centricity.

Получена: 02-05-2025 Приета: 29-06-2025 Публикувана: 30-06-2025

Цитиране: Salem, H.B. (2025). The Lingua Franca of Hegemony: English, Globalization, and the Perpetuation of Civilizational Power. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 11(1), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 70–83. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110104

Wine and Feasting in Some Historical Sources Concerning the Ancient Thracians – An Anthropological Analysis and Parallels

Anton Genov

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DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2025.110105