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National Geographic: Featured Stories and Initiatives

• Photo of the Day: Features kites flying at the Open Buzludzha Festival in Bulgaria’s Balkan Mountains.
• Buzludzha Monument:
  • Opened in 1981 and has faced decades of neglect.
  • The Open Buzludzha Festival began in 2021 as a preservation campaign.
  • Organizers aim to repurpose the site for art, culture, education, and tourism.
• National Geographic Society:
  • Operates as a nonprofit organization.
  • Funds individuals focused on scientific discovery, exploration, education, and storytelling.
  • Supports "National Geographic Explorers" in their efforts to uncover insights about the natural and cultural worlds.