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Irish Culture

Olympia Theatre Dame street Dublin

By showcasing Ireland's rich cultural heritage, we can reap long-term and positive benefits for Ireland's reputation and its relationship with the people of Bulgaria. We can also work to connect people with their Irish heritage.

Culture & Heritage

Our Culture

Ireland's culture is a unique national strength and a source of particularly strong links between Bulgaria and Ireland. Bulgarian appreciation of Irish culture, illustrates the value of Irish writers, musicians and traditional dancers acts as a "door opener" between our two peoples. It's also out most effective way of connecting with the Irish community.

What we do

We're involved in a range of cultural activities, which raise awareness of Ireland and also enhance our ties with Bulgaria. We promote cultural relations through a number of initiatives. For example, the Embassy supports a range of cultural initiatives throughout the year, through collaboration with festival organisers, artists and writers.

Embassy cultural initiatives

For more information on the cultural initiatives which the Embassy supports throughout the year, including in the fields of music, literature, theatre or film, visit the Embassy's website and twitter account.

Get involved in Irish community activities

Over the years, generations of Irish people have made invaluable contributions to all aspects of life in their new homes in politics, the arts, business and sport. Their patriotism co-exists with the contribution they have made in their new communities. 

Learn more about our engagement with Irish communities abroad:

  • the Emigrant Support Programme
  • the Global Irish Network
  • the Presidential Distinguished Service Awards

Learn more about Ireland

If you want to learn more about Ireland, you can read Ireland in Brief.

Visit Ireland

If you are interested in visiting Ireland, get more information from Tourism Ireland.

Our commitment

We are committed to strengthening our relationship with the Irish people and people of Irish descent worldwide and to promoting what is best about our country.

In working together, we will ensure the continued respect and admiration in which Irish people and our culture are held worldwide.