Prince Ferdinand of Bulgaria does not spend much time in the capital, Sofia. There is not much there to interest him. The business of the state is well-managed by Mr. Bakhmeteff, the Russian representative, and the ministers. There are also few social or intellectual activities to engage his attention. The prince prefers to spend his time at Varna, where he has a country palace on the shores of the Black Sea.
His Hobby as a Naturalist
Prince Ferdinand is an accomplished naturalist. He enjoys hunting and classifying insects, plants, and other parts of nature. He has cataloged almost all the flora (plants) and fauna (animals) of Bulgaria. In Sofia, he has even established a zoological garden, which he funded himself.
His Physical Appearance and Personality
Although Prince Ferdinand is a grandson of Louis Philippe, he is said to resemble Louis Napoleon, the last emperor of France, especially in his disposition (character) and appearance. He has a distinctive nose, which has become a source of humor for caricaturists. His nose is so unique that it is easily recognizable, and the caricaturists often use it as a trademark to make clever drawings about him Private Tour Guide Ephesus.
Prince Ferdinand is a clever and accomplished gentleman, and a skilled politician. He is known for having a flexible conscience and can handle difficult situations better than most princes in Europe. He inherited the manners of his French ancestors, and like them, he is often seen as insincere. He is skilled at getting out of tricky situations in a way that makes him look good.
Differences from His Predecessor, Alexander of Battenberg
Prince Ferdinand is very different from his predecessor, Alexander of Battenberg. While Alexander was a Lutheran and supported Protestant missionary work, Ferdinand does not mind the missionary activity because the constitution of Bulgaria guarantees freedom of worship, and the police protect Protestants if there are any disturbances.
Marriage and Family Life
Prince Ferdinand had a short but happy marriage with Marie Louise. They were married for about six years before she passed away. During their marriage, they had four children:
Boris (born January 30, 1894), Cyril (born November 17, 1895), Eudoxie (born January 17, 1898), Madeja (born January 30, 1899)
Sadly, Queen Marie Louise died the day after giving birth to their youngest child, Madeja. The children are all intelligent and are being raised with careful attention, following European methods of education.
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