Bulgarian Revival

The Bulgarian Revival, occurring from the late 18th to the late 19th century, was a cultural and national movement aimed at awakening Bulgarian identity during Ottoman rule. It fostered patriotic education, literature, churches, and local traditions to preserve and promote Bulgaria’s language and heritage. This period laid the groundwork for Bulgaria’s independence in 1878, emphasizing pride in national history, folklore, and language, and inspiring efforts to reclaim sovereignty and cultural self-awareness.