Music gets started at Geshaview

The Geshaview Courtyard Theatre starts its musical life with a music and sound test by the band STOM.

The Courtyard at Geshaview in bloom

After 3 weeks of continuous rain (unusual for Bulgaria at this time of year) we are seeing the colours of Geshaview starting to explode on to the scene...

For more of the recent pictures of Geshaview in the spring have a look at our gallery on the Geshaview website: www.geshaview.eu

The Courtyard at Geshaview

The Courtyard at the Geshaview village in Bulgaria is nearing completion.
This gallery of pictures gives an up-to-date view of progress so far.



To discover more about what is planned for the Geshaview Courtyard visit
our website: www.geshaview.eu

Spring comes to Geshaview...

Although Bulgaria had a very harsh winter with temperatures of -20ºC the spring sunshine brings out the greens of the trees coming into leaf.
This gallery of pictures was taken by Julian on the 29 April 2012.



To see a gallery of pictures of Geshaview in the spring (and summer, autumn and winter) visit our website: www.geshaview.eu

Good health and luck for the coming year!

On the first day of March and for a while afterwards, Bulgarians exchange and wear white and red tassels or small dolls called "Pizho and Penda". In Bulgarian folklore, Baba Marta (or Grandma March) is a grumpy old lady whose moods change rapidly.

This is an old pagan tradition that remains almost unchanged today. The common belief is that by wearing the red and white colours of the martenitsa people ask Baba Marta for mercy.
The hope is that winter will pass faster and bring spring. A Martenitsa is usually worn pinned on the clothes or tied around the wrist. The tradition calls for wearing the martenitsa until the person sees a blossoming tree.

Some people tie their martenitsa on a branch of a fruit tree, thus giving the tree health and luck, which the person wearing the martenitsa has enjoyed himself while wearing it.

The colours of the martenitsa are interpreted as symbols of purity and life, as well as the need for harmony in Nature and in people's lives.

Latest issue of the Geshaview Newsletter

The March/April 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for downloading.

Open publication - Free publishing - More art

In this issue we concentrate on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival which takes place from the 6th to 19th May 2011.
The issue also includes an up-to-date guide to all the Workshops and Spiritual Retreats planned for the rest of the year.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook.
Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.

New look Geshaview website and blog

The Geshaview village web site (and this blog) have been up-dated to reflect that we are now getting ready to position Geshaview for the future – as a holiday destination!

New look Geshaview website.

The first thing you will notice about the new web site is that the focus is no longer on selling property.
Of course, there are still houses and apartments for sale at Geshaview, but the future of the village is in it becoming a holiday destination.
This re-design is very much looking to the future. many of you will be aware that some of the proposed facilities are not available at the moment (this will be fully explained to anyone who enquires about a holiday at Geshaview) but we anticipate that throughout 2011 the village will begin to come alive with visitors.
The next issue of our newsletter will contain a detailed overview of how the website functions, but why not have a look at the new Geshaview website yourself?

Better late than never...

We know, publishing the September/October issue of the Geshaview newsletter in the middle of November is a bit late, but, when you read it you will realise that there are some very good reasons why.
Inside there are articles on David Hollands and his family's move to Geshaview in order to take the village from a building project to the living and breathing entitity envisaged all those years ago, as well as Stephen & Valery Coburn moving to the village to take up their new roles: Valery as the Spiritual Director and Stephen as the International Events Co-ordinator and Wellbeing Director.
As you can see, good reasons for the lateness of this issue!
We also give a brief report on the Dryanovo & Geshaview Orienteering competition which took place at the end of October. A full report with more pictures will be in the next issue.

You can download a PDF or you can view it online as an E-book. These can also be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

July-August Newsletter

The latest 12 PAGE issue of the Geshaview newsletter is now available to download and read.
Topics covered include the history of the Gatehouse, the launch of the Geshaview Ambassador programme, the introduction of a unique opportunity for the serious property investor and the business investment guide to the shop and services at the village.

You can download a PDF or you can view it online as an E-book. These can also be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

Summer arrives at Geshaview

Early morning is the time to see the Geshaview village in Bulgaria at its best.
The heat of the sun has yet to burn the dew off the grass, a slight mist still hangs in the air and the only sound to be heard is the birds' dawn chorus.

The trees are now almost in full leaf and provide cool, dappled shade in which to absorb the surroundings.
There really is a feeling of being 'embraced by nature'.

To see a larger version, click on the pictures, to see the village for real, contact us on 01202 201300 and arrange a Discovery Trip!

Geshaview newsletter gets bigger and better!

The latest 12 PAGE issue of the Geshaview newsletter is now available to download and read.
Topics covered include how to arrange a summer 'Discovery Trip' and details on the dwellings remaining to be sold, and the ways you can become a part of the Geshaview village.
We also introduce you to Stephen and Valery Coburn who are organising the first wellbeing workshops due to take place in September.

You can download a PDF or you can view it online as an E-book. These can also be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

The natural colours of Geshaview

The stones have been carefully preserved and positioned around the village.

With the onset of spring the efforts of the landscaping team at Geshaview are being realised.
The grass is growing, the trees are coming into leaf and Geshaview is showing its true colours.
Because we took such care in preserving the trees and stones they are now providing the village with a true feeling of being embraced by nature.
But, don't take our word for it. Give Amie a call on 01202 566376 and arrange a Discovery Trip so you can experience the tranquility for yourself.

The 'Circle' at Geshaview. The place to sit and absorb the atmosphere.

Even the pathways blend in with the natural colours of the stonework.

Bulgarian National Television at Geshaview

The Bulgaria National Television Channel 1 visited Geshaview to shoot material about the village. The team, including a reporter and 2 cameramen, were interested with the concept and the story behind the creation of "...such a magnificent and splendid project on such a large scale".

The film crew at work.

The reporter, Mrs. Ivelina Belcheva, interviewed Julian Georgiev and David Hollands. She was a real professional who soon became a true friend and a big fan of Geshaview.
The documentary also meets British people who have settled in Bulgaria and, although in Bulgarian, gives an insight into their lives.
Follow the link below to see the material about the region of Veliko Tarnovo and Dryanovo in Bulgaria.
The Bulgarian documentary can be watched here

Julian being interviewed.

David is interviewed by Ivelina Belcheva.

The cameraman filming at the Geshaview 'Circle'.

Look! No tarmac!!

Work has started on putting the top surface onto the pathways around the village, and not an inch of tarmac in sight!
As the construction of this phase of the village nears completion we can start to put the finishing touches to the landscaping and pedestrian access.

In keeping with the 'car free and eco-friendly' policy of the village the paths are being made with natural materials that are compacted to produce a stable and even surface for walking on.

Geshaview newsletter

The latest issue of the Geshaview newsletter is now available to read in English and Bulgarian. We have combined the March and April issues to create an 8 page information packed issue for you to read.

This month we discuss the design of the Courtyard and how its unique shape will enhance the sound experience for musical recitals, dance festivals and theatrical performances.

We are also proud to be co-hosting the Fifth International Art Festival 'Dryanovo 2010' in conjunction with the Municipality of Dryanovo, the Panev family and Mr George Valev. The festival takes place from 6th - 22nd of May 2010. See page 3 for more information.

With seven restaurants Geshaview is well placed to cater for a variety of tastes. On pages 4 and 5 we whet your appetite with a brief description of the culinary delights you can expect.

You can download a PDF or you can view it online as an E-book. These can also be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

Bulgaria is the most attractive country in South Central Europe for investment

Ernst & Young were commissioned by the World Bank to carry out the South Central Europe survey 2009.
The study aims to measure the attractiveness of South Central Europe for Foreign Direct Investment.
The report shows Bulgaria as the top location to establish or develop activities, over the next 3 years.
To read the report in full click here to download the PDF file.

Page 27 of the report, under the heading 'Confidence for the future: 4 locomotives to pull the region', shows that Bulgaria is ahead of Romania, Croatia and Serbia in attractiveness for future investment.

Click on the image to see a larger version of page 27 of the report.

February 2010 Newsletter

The February issue of the Geshaview newsletter is now available to read either as a PDF or as an e-book in English and Bulgarian.

This 8 page issue has an interview with David Hollands (the Founder of Geshaview) as well as articles on:

• How the building of the Courtyard is developing. 

• A report from a customer who spent Christmas in the village.

• Bulgarian traditions in Spring (the Bulgarian's learn about Pancake Day!) 

The newsletter can be viewed online as an E-book or downloaded as a PDF. These can be found on our website, along with all the other back issues at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

Bumper issue of the Geshaview newsletter

The latest edition of the Geshaview newsletter has just been released.

This is a 'bumper' 8 page issue that combines the December 2009 and the January 2010 editions.

Articles in this issue include: 

• A look back at 2009: Underground, underfoot and under control.

• Looking forward to 2010: Careful navigation and planning.

• What makes a traditional Bulgarian Christmas (the Bulgarian language edition has an article on a traditional English Christmas!)

The newsletter is available as a PDF or can be viewed online as an E-book. These can be found on our website, along with all the other back issues, at: www.geshaview.eu/geshaview_newsletter_issues.html

Autumn colours of Geshaview

The carefully preserved trees around the Geshaview village in Bulgaria are producing a wonderful display of autumn golden browns and ochres.
The pictures, taken by Yana Dimitrova, show that as the village matures and the trees grow you really will be 'living embraced by nature'.

Landscaping at Geshaview

After 3 years of careful and deliberate protection of all of the ground, trees and fauna on the village site we have finally started to create the ‘outdoor decoration’ of the village. 

 The levelling of the top soil and the sowing of grass seeds (1,000kg and 7 different varieties) is giving the village a green carpet that blends the houses to their surroundings. 

Geshaview is beginning to to look less like a building site and more like the tranquil, eco-friendly village envisaged from the start.