Honors:
Georgi Kolevichin receives an honorary certificate and a special gift from Minister of Tourism Dr. Ilin Dimitrov for summiting Mount Everest, the World's Highest Peak
Georgi Kolevichin, an employee of the Ministry of Tourism, was welcomed by the Ministry's team following his successful ascent of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth, standing at 8,848.86 meters.
In recognition of his remarkable achievement, he received an honorary certificate and an icon of St. George the Victorious from Minister of Tourism Dr. Ilin Dimitrov.
Beyond being a personal triumph, the successful ascent of Everest was also recognized as a source of pride for both the Ministry and Bulgaria as a tourist destination, which Kolevichin has represented during his expeditions around the world.
Minister Dimitrov emphasized that Kolevichin's example demonstrates how perseverance, preparation, and courage lead to tangible results.
“We are proud of you. There is nothing more valuable than having a member of the Ministry of Tourism's team who carries with him a love for the mountains, nature and Bulgaria.”
The Municipal Council of Razlog, with a full quorum present, voted to confer the title of “Honorary Citizen of Razlog” upon Georgi Kolevichin.
The distinction recognizes his exceptional achievements in mountaineering, his contribution to promoting the name of Razlog and Bulgaria on some of the world's highest peaks, and the inspiring example he sets through his determination, perseverance, and strength of spirit. Over the years, Georgi has climbed some of the highest and most challenging mountains across several continents, including Chimborazo (6,310 m) and Cayambe (5,790 m) in the Ecuadorian Andes; Mount Elbrus, including its eastern summit (5,621 m) and western summit (5,642 m), the latter being the highest point in Europe; Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 m), Africa's highest peak; Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest point in the Atlas Mountains; and Aconcagua (6,967 m), the highest mountain in South America. His expeditions have also taken him to other iconic summits, including Acotango (6,052 m) and Parinacota (6,380 m) in Bolivia. In 2024, he successfully summited the 7,134-meter-high Abu Ali ibn Sina Peak, also known as Lenin Peak, in the Pamir Mountains.
A year later, he reached his first eight-thousander, Mount Manaslu (8,163 m), in the Himalayas. On March 1, 2026, he completed a winter ascent of Mount Fuji (3,776 m) in Japan.
In May 2026, Georgi Kolevichin achieved the most significant milestones of his mountaineering career. On May 9, he summited Mount Makalu (8,485 m), the fifth-highest mountain on Earth. Just two weeks later, on May 23, he reached the summit of Mount Everest (8,848 m), the highest point on the planet.
In recognition of his extraordinary accomplishments, the Mayor of Razlog Municipality, Eng. Krasimir Gerchev, presented the Bulgarian mountaineer with an honorary plaque and 15 traditional Razlog bells, symbolizing the region's enduring Starchevata tradition, a centuries-old local masquerade custom deeply rooted in Razlog's cultural heritage.
Rotary Club
Bansko–Razlog Honors Georgi Kolevichin for Summiting Mount Makalu and Mount Everest
Rotary Club Bansko–Razlog presented a letter of congratulations to Georgi Kolevichin following his remarkable achievement of summiting Mount Makalu (8,485 meters) and the roof of the world, Mount Everest (8,848 meters). The club recognized his extraordinary accomplishment of successfully reaching the summits of both mountains and extended its warmest wishes for good health, strength, and many more successful ascents, encouraging him to continue reaching new heights with the same confidence, inspiration, and unwavering determination.
Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh Honors Georgi Kolevichin for Summiting Mount Manaslu (8,163 m)
Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh presented an honorary certificate to Georgi Kolevichin in recognition of his remarkable achievement of summiting Mount Manaslu, the world's eighth-highest mountain, standing at an impressive 8,163 meters.
Minister of Tourism Evtim Miloshev awarded Georgi Kolevichin, who climbed the seven-thousander
Lenin Peak - 7134 m high.
Minister Miloshev awarded the title „Ambassador of Destination Bulgaria“ to Georgi Kolevichin, part of the team of the Ministry of Tourism and our colleague and friend, who climbed the seven-thousander Abu Ali ibn Sina / Mount Lenin / - 7134 meters high, part of the so-called „Snow Bars“, which consists of 5 seven-thousanders and is located in the Pamir Mountains.
The Minister of Tourism Ilin Dimitrov presented a diploma to a Bulgarian tour operator who received official recognition for the world record for a group climb of Mount Uhuru, Kilimanjaro - 5895 m high.
Among the mountaineers who hold record-breaking times and were the first to reach the summit is Georgi Kolevichin – a lawyer at the Ministry of Tourism.
