Bulgarian capital city Sofia marks its official holiday on September 17. The Day of Sofia will be celebrated with a series of events and initiatives.

The biggest city in Bulgaria is named after the late ancient cathedral of the city “Saint Sofia”, honouring holy martyr Sofia, mother of the three martyrs Faith, Hope and Love.

The celebration events will start with a solemn water blessing service at the Saint Sofia temple at 11:30 a.m. which will be attended by many officials, politicians and citizens.