Etar open air Museum. Bulgaria. June 22
The ethno. museum was the brainchild of Lazar Donkov, who sought to bring alive and maintain the old ways of Bulgaria. In 1963 he started the project by restoring some derelict properties that bordered the banks of the River Sivek.
So let's take a stroll down the cobbles of Craftsmans Street, and see what we can see
A lot of the buildings are constructed to the design of the late 18th C to the early 20th C. Each meticulously researched and constructed true to the originals.
Not just for us rubber-neckers, it is also an important site for educating the children about their near distant past.
The artisans hard at work their goods providing a source of income for them and the museum.
The quality is certainly way above the usual plastic tat being sold. I mean plastic tat is ok if you enjoy mass produced crap. But this is quality.
Some of the buildings are kitted out to reflect what life was like in for mer times
An old school house. With some gorgeous B/W images of the age on the walls
Leaving Craftsmans Street and wandering further along a shed housing some really old means of transport. Such detail painted on such simple carts, I love the sleigh, thoughts of wealthy folk wrapped up in furs and blankets pulled through the deep unforgiving snow.
The only collection of ancient, water-powered equipment in Bulgaria
Some people on the visit were underwhelmed, thinking it superficial, as they sat and drank their flat whites in the coffee shop. (The same types that will walk round museums and gush enthusiastically about exhibits displayed behind glass)
Some people do not appreciate the efforts made to keep history alive.
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The Etho Museum is so amazing my friend. I never have been in an interesting place like this. What I love most are the cool crafts. And as I scrolled down, I remembered the classical times. Have a wonderful day my friend and have safe travels.
cheers @pinkchic thanks for stopping by and engaging, it really was pretty awesome !!
Keeping a town as it was, looking after heritage in a region to me is a well worthwhile effort to keep history on how things worked for future generations.
Lovely walk, those shoes would be awesome to own, whittled woodwork in utility design another nice to have in a kitchen.
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cheers @joanstewart not a sterile museum, but one breathing amnd living
Gives a good feel on what it was like, always enjoyed these open air museums.
Yes, bringing history to life, not stuffy, at all
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Looks bloody awesome. I love wooden crafted things. Those little cat ones were very cute. Bulgaria is a fascinating place. I have only been to Nessebar and the surround but I did like it. Would like to see more
'Twas a hood couple of hours, specially if you enjoy that sort of thing. The craftsmen were a joy to watch
I like watching that type of thing. We are all entranced last year in a place up north and you could watch them making crystal ornaments. Was cool as anything
I wouldn't have the patience to attempt something like that, together with fingers like a Richmonds Irish Sausage, I need big tools!
Looks like a neat place. Nice to actually see the artisans crafting their wares. That would be neat to watch.
yes, it was good to see, real craftsmen at work
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This is wonderful! It's like walking back in time. I wish there are more like this here in our country. It's good to educate people like this where they get to see, feel and be there and experience it rather than in books and/or virtually. The crafts of the artisans are just adorable and beautifully made.
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cheers @leeart , thanks for stopping by, have to admit it I don't do museums, but this was so different as it was living breathing testament to recent history
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Thank you for your post ,so you can bring us your home a little closer. You have so much quality handwork. That is very impressive. Just last week I met someone from Bulgaria at the #Anachapulco festival. Stop by and check it out. I would really appreciate a like and your support.
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cheers @missagora hanks for stopping by, always good to see a new face engaging, I have added you o my following list, as I enjoy good work.
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