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Monument to Kiril Blagoev

The monument to Kiril Blagoev, situated in Sofia's "Iliyantsi" district, stands as a tribute to his valor and sacrifice. Erected in 1959 through the contributions of local residents, it commemorates Kiril Blagoev's courageous involvement...

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Sculptural monument of the Proshek Brothers

The monument dedicated to the Proshek brothers, positioned across from the present-day BNT building in Sofia, commemorates their significant contributions to the city. Renowned for their brewery and instrumental in the creation of iconic...

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Monument to Nikola Petkov

Nikola Dimitrov Petkov, born on July 21, 1893, left a profound impact on Bulgarian politics despite the challenges he faced. As a prominent figure in the BZNS, he stood firm against the communist regime, ultimately meeting a tragic fate....

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Bust-monument of Lyuben Karavelov

Lyuben Stoychev Karavelov, a prominent figure in Bulgarian history, was not only a poet and writer but also an encyclopedist, journalist, and ethnographer. Recognized as a national hero, he dedicated himself fervently to Bulgaria's...

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Bust-monument of Todor Alexandrov

Todor Alexandrov Poporushev is notably recognized as a Bulgarian revolutionary who held key positions within the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization's Central Committee and led the organization. Throughout his revolutionary...

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Monument to Tsar Boris III

Boris III, born on January 30, 1894, began his royal journey as the prince of Turnovski, eventually ascending to the throne of Bulgaria on October 3, 1918, following the abdication of his father, King Ferdinand I. His reign as king...

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Monument of the Edirne epic

The monument honoring the Edirne epic commemorates the historic capture of the supposedly impregnable Edirne fortress on March 13, 1913. It takes the form of a truncated pyramid adorned with a sculpture of a warrior bearing a flag. One...

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