Simón Bolívar remains a towering figure in Latin American history, celebrated for his pivotal role in the wars of independence that liberated several South American countries from Spanish rule. As a revered revolutionary, politician, and...
Monuments
Monument to those who died in the Balkan War – Boyana
The memorial in the Boyana district of Sofia, situated near the entrance of the Boyana Church, serves as a poignant tribute to the fallen heroes from the village of Boyana during the Balkan War of 1912-1913. This monument, shaped like a...
Monument to Academician Dmitry Likhachev
The monument to Academician Dmitry Likhachov in the Obelya quarter, Sofia, pays homage to the esteemed Russian scholar and advocate for Bulgarian culture. Unveiled on November 30, 2015, this tribute was crafted by architect Vencislav...
Memorial plaque “For the children of Sofia”
The memorial plaque "For the Children of Sofia with Love," situated in the garden near the National Palace of Culture, was established in 2010 alongside the creation of a dedicated children's area. This space, designed for the younger...
Sculpture The Alphabet
The Alphabet sculpture situated in Sofia, adjacent to the National Palace of Culture, stands as a distinctive piece of art created during the 1980s. Positioned nearby are the sundial and a memorial honoring the victims of communism in...
Monument to those who died in the Balkan War
The monument in Kniazhevo district, situated within the courtyard of the "St. Ilia" church, stands as a tribute to the residents of Kniazhevo who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Balkan, Inter-Allied, and First World Wars. Engraved...
Monument to John Atanasov
John Vincent Atanasoff's contributions to the realm of computing were groundbreaking and pivotal in shaping the trajectory of modern technology. Born into a diverse family background of Bulgarian and Irish heritage, Atanasoff displayed an...
Monument to the medical ranks
The monument dedicated to the medical ranks, situated in the garden before the Military Medical Academy in Sofia, stands as a tribute to the selfless sacrifice of doctors, nurses, volunteers, and police officers who lost their lives while...
Bust-monument of Hristo Botev
Hristo Botev remains a significant figure in Bulgarian history as a national hero, renowned for his multifaceted contributions. He was a revolutionary, poet, and influential publicist, born in Kalofer on January 6, 1848, and died on June...
Monument to Peyo Yavorov
Peyo Totev Kracholov, commonly recognized by his pseudonym Peyo Yavorov, was indeed a prominent figure in Bulgarian literature and history. As a symbolist poet, he contributed significantly to the literary landscape of Bulgaria in the...