Zanko was born in 1954 in Sofia, Bulgaria. Through his enlightened great-grandmother he became aware of unconditional love and egoless already in his early childhood. At the age of seven, Zanko had first glimpses of his true nature. In 1982 the grace of Awakening revealed itself to him. He dissolved into the light of infinite consciousness and the fire of selfless love.

Since 2003 Zanko has lived in Germany, where he offers seminars.