Every day in Bulgarian history holds a story worth remembering. In this recurring series, On This Day in Bulgaria, we look back at notable events, decisions, and milestones that happened on this date across the country’s history.
July 30, 1964 — Founding an Engineering Institute in Gabrovo
A Higher General Technical Extramural Institute was established in Gabrovo, in north-central Bulgaria. It would later become the Higher Machine and Electrical Engineering Institute, and eventually the Technical University of Gabrovo in 1995.
July 30, 1991 — Establishing the Constitutional Court
The Grand National Assembly passed the Constitutional Court Act, setting up Bulgaria’s Constitutional Court as an entity independent from the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of power, a key institution in the country’s democratic transition.
Explore more of Bulgaria’s story on Bronicable, including our Bulgaria From Above series and our guides to the best of Bulgaria.
