A story about a lamb that touched Bulgaria
A story about a lamb that touched Bulgaria is a narrative about survival, hope, and the power of human compassion. It follows a one-of-a-kind rescue operation to save a small lamb and its mother from a 400-meter-deep ravine near the village of Shiroko pole, in the Kardzhali municipality.
Title: A story about a lamb that touched Bulgaria
Author: Valentina Apostolova-Angelova
Length (in minutes): 5:50
Original language: bulharština
Name of station which broadcast the program: HORIZONT Channel of the Bulgarian National Radio (22. 3. 2026)
On Christmas Day, after an unexpected incident near the medieval Monyak fortress, two sheep fall into a deep chasm and remain stranded on a rocky ledge for months.
With no food or water, the same struggle to survive, and one of them gives birth to a lamb. Despite the minimal chances of success, volunteers, climbers, and veterinarians come together in an exceptionally risky rescue mission.
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The report traces every step of their journey - from doubt and fear to determination and a happy end. Through its authentic atmosphere and the voices of those involved, it reveals how kindness and collective effort can turn an almost lost cause into a story with an inspiring conclusion.
We will be presenting the project at Prix Bohemia Radio
When: Wednesday 21nd October 2026| 9:30 – 16:00 | listening session
Where: UP Arts Center, Univerzitní 3 | Theater Hall – 3rd Floor
Entrance: Free admission with accreditation
Look at the detailed program of the listening session
