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Sanatorium and Resort Care in Bulgaria
Mineral and Climate Resources
Bulgaria has many valuable resorts and natural resources. Over 500 mineral springs have been discovered, each with different chemical compositions and...
Development of Drugs and Specialized Medical Care in Bulgaria
Growth of Pharmaceutical Products
The number of drugs and their forms in Bulgaria increased significantly over time. In 1950, there were 890 types of drugs,...
Annual Preventive Gynecological Examinations with Cytological Diagnostics
Preventive gynecological examinations are important for maintaining women's health. These exams help detect diseases early, even before symptoms appear. Cytological diagnostics, such as Pap...
Jewish Settlement under Antiochus III
The Jewish community in Sardis became even stronger during the rule of the Seleucid king Antiochus III the Great. He ruled from 223 to...
The Main Church of Sardis (Church D)
On the north side of the present highway in Sardis, five large rectangular piers can still be seen standing in the field. These piers...
Early Christian Churches near the Temple of Artemis in Sardis
Archaeologists have uncovered two important churches to the right of the path that leads to the famous Temple of Artemis in Sardis. These churches...
A World Full of Gods
In the Roman world, there was never a shortage of gods or goddesses. Every city had its own divine protectors, and new deities were...
Festivals of the Imperial Cult
The best surviving ancient description of festivals organized for the imperial cult comes from Antiochus I of Commagene (69–31 BCE), whose monumental sanctuary on...
The Imperial Cult in Western Anatolia
The Roman imperial cult played a major role in the religious and social life of cities in western Anatolia. Even before the power of...
The Influence of the Church of Saint George
The Name “Braz Saint George”
From the Church of Saint George at the Mangana, medieval writers derived the name “Braz Saint George” for the Sea...
