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.
After 43 Cosmetic Procedures to Look Like Barbie, Critics Claim She Resembles…
A 29-year-old woman from Baghdad, Dalia Naeem, has undergone 43 cosmetic procedures in her quest to transform herself into a real-life Barbie doll. Dubbed the “Iraqi Barbie” by some, Dalia’s striking features and golden hair have drawn both fascination and criticism.
Dalia’s transformation, reportedly costing thousands, has garnered her a significant following on social media, with over 996,000 Instagram followers and 43,900 TikTok fans. However, her recent appearance in a video with her makeup artist sparked mixed reactions. While the artist complimented her saying, “You look so beautiful, my dear, like Barbie,” some viewers were less kind, labeling her a “Zombie” and “Devil Barbie.”
In the video, Dalia, known for her tiny nose and prominent lips, acknowledges the compliments about her makeup, which was described as “Barbie-like.” Speculation suggests that her procedures include lip fillers, breast augmentations, and other enhancements.
Beyond her transformation, Dalia is a well-known actress and TV host in Iraq, living in the Adhamiyah neighborhood of Baghdad. Her pre-surgery photos reveal a striking difference, showcasing just how dramatically she has altered her appearance.
While Dalia’s journey has earned her both admirers and critics, it’s clear she has captured widespread attention for her dedication to embodying the Barbie image.
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