The primary astronomical point of the state triangulation of Bulgaria was erected in 1920 under the auspices of the Geographical Institute, operating within the Ministry of War. Subsequently, in 1930, the geodetic and longitudinal...
Historical sites
Ruins of the Church of St. Spas
The church is part of an archaeological complex that existed in the period from the end of the 12th century to the 19th century. The temple was reconstructed and destroyed several times during the Ottoman yoke. After the Liberation, it...
The grave of Niil Izvorov
The resting place of Niil Izvorov is situated adjacent to the south-eastern wall of the apse of the Church of Saint Sedmochislenitsi in Sofia. Niil Izvorov was a notable figure during the Bulgarian Revival period, deeply involved in the...
The grave of Petko Karavelov
The final resting place of the distinguished Bulgarian statesman, Petko Karavelov, alongside his wife, is situated along the northern wall of the apse within the Church of the Seven Saints in Sofia. Karavelov held the esteemed position of...
Stone from Mount Shipka
The stone's significance, sourced from the renowned Shipka peak, symbolizes the commemoration and construction of a monument dedicated to the valiant militia heroes of the Russo-Turkish War of Liberation (1877-1878) in Bulgaria's capital....
Ancient amphitheater
The Serdika Amphitheater in Sofia holds significant historical and architectural importance. Here are key details about this ancient complex: 1. Location: Situated in the central part of Sofia, the Serdika Amphitheater is part of a...
The central historical core of Sofia
It has been declared a historical-archaeological reserve since 1976. Some of the most unique cultural monuments are located on the territory. In the central part of the city are the two main cultural and historical modules: the reserve...
Kazichene Royal Station
Close to the Kazichene station, situated directly between the railway tracks, stands the "Tsar's Station," constructed in the Viennese architectural style by Tsar Ferdinand. This station served as the departure point for Tsar Boris III,...
The ancient fortress of Serdika
The remnants of the ancient Serdika fortress are on display in the underground passage connecting the Presidency and the Council of Ministers in Sofia's city center. The restoration and exhibition of the fortress's eastern gate took place...
Slatina Neolithic settlement
Situated along Shipchenski Prohod Blvd. in Sofia, the Slatin Neolithic settlement was unearthed in 1950 during excavation work carried out by construction workers in the Geo Milev district of Sofia. Reports and dates confirming the...