Mayor Zhelyo Vardunski and world champion Alex Zhekov lit the Christmas tree in Kameno

Today the town of Kameno celebrated the beginning of the Christmas and New Year holidays with an exciting celebration that attracted hundreds of residents to the square. The evening began with a festive concert organized by the People's Community Center "Prosveta - 1927". The artistic groups of the community center filled the stage with songs, dances and musical performances that created a warm and magical atmosphere.

The culmination of the celebration was the lighting of the Christmas tree lights. At the invitation of the Mayor of Kameno Municipality, Zhelyo Vardunski, the special guest of the event - the world kickboxing champion Alex Zhekov, switched on the lights of the Christmas tree together with him. Alex, a native of Kameno, won a world title in kickboxing in the junior category (13-15 years old) in the light contact style this year, bringing pride to his hometown.

"Alex is an inspiration to us all and a symbol that with effort and perseverance we can achieve anything," said Mayor Vardunski. He extended his holiday wishes to the residents of the city:

"Let us send off 2024 with gratitude and good memories, and welcome 2025 with health, love and understanding. Let us be united, support each other and be proud of the achievements of each one of us."

The festive evening ended with a lavish fireworks display that lit up the sky and brought joy to all in attendance.

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