Initiative to build a monument to Ilian Nikolov in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

In regards with the efforts and devotion of Ilian Nikolov as the creator of Stara Planina Fest "Balkan Folk", inspirer and founder of World Association of Folklore Festivals - WAFF and European Association of Folklore Festivals - EAFF, we believe that the outstanding achievements in the preservation of folklore arts of Bulgaria, Europe and the world, Ilian Nikolov deserves a monument to be build in his home town of Veliko Tarnovo.

Under the aegis of the European Association of Folklore Festivals - EAFF in 2014 were conducted 110 folklore festivals in 18 countries, including festivals in Paris, London, Rome, St. Petersburg, Prague, Ohrid, Rimini, Lioret de Mar, Barcelona, Beijing, Shanghai.

We kindly ask all involved in the initiative to fill in their names as a sign of honor and respect.