Built in the late 1920s, this house was originally the residence of banker Dimitar Ivanov and his wife Nadezhda Stankovic. The interior features a striking red marble fireplace in the reception room, as well as a stage for musical performances and crystal-adorned interior doors.
The house has several bedrooms, elegant terraces, a spacious study and various utility rooms. Although the original furnishings have been lost, historical records indicate that the elite Sofia residents of the time preferred Central and Western European furniture.
The exterior of the property features a large front garden bordered by an ornate wrought iron fence. A large triple staircase leads to the main entrance, and the property is also characterized by carriage portals that flank the courtyard.
These portals are reminiscent of a bygone era where one can imagine a horse-drawn carriage driving into the courtyard, while the horses and carriage wait in a specially designated area behind the house until the end of the reception.
The Ivanov family enjoyed their residence until 1944, after which the estate was nationalized. At first it served as the Romanian embassy, later as the USSR’s trade mission in Bulgaria and as the headquarters of various communist organizations with unclear functions.
In the 1990s the house was returned to Ivanov’s heirs. In 2004 it was taken over by Valentin Zlatev, director of Lukoil. Despite this change of ownership, the property, which had fallen into disrepair for decades, remains neglected and abandoned, with no apparent connection to its cultural heritage.
DEVASTATING NEWS ON TRUMP LEAVES …
Former President Donald Trump released a brief health report from his doctor, Dr. Bruce Aronwald, asserting that his health is “excellent” and noting weight loss attributed to an “improved diet” and regular exercise.
However, the report lacks critical specifics, such as Trump’s weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, prescriptions, and the exact amount of weight lost.
Historically, Trump’s health reports have been vague, often including exaggerated claims, such as being the “healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency,” while omitting important details. In contrast, President Biden provides more comprehensive health reports, though they have not fully alleviated concerns about his age and overall health.
Both Trump and Biden face scrutiny regarding their capability to serve another term due to their age, with polls indicating voter concerns about their fitness for the presidency. Trump has particularly emphasized his cognitive test results as evidence of his mental acuity.
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