SOFIA (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boyko Borissov said on Thursday that Bulgaria's Orthodox churches and temples will be open for traditional Palm Sunday and Easter services despite the coronavirus outbreak, saying many people were desperate and in low spirits.
However, Borissov also urged Bulgarians to stay and pray in their homes. Services at major churches would be broadcast live on state television.
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