Today Bulgarians honor Hristo Botev and the Heroes who Died for Freedom - Sirens to be Sound at Noon

Today marks 147 years since the death of Hristo Botev, Bulgarians also honor those who died for the freedom and independence of Bulgaria.

At 12 o'clock the siren system will be activated throughout the country for 2 minutes. When the signal is given, all pedestrians and road vehicles in the populated areas of the country must stop moving on the streets and squares, remaining on the spot.

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