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National Museum of Natural History at BAS

The National Natural History Museum, founded in 1889, is Bulgaria's oldest museum and stands among the natural history museums with the most extensive exposition on the Balkan Peninsula. Initially, it housed the personal collection of...

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Regional historical museum

The History Museum of Sofia, situated at 1 Banski Square within the premises of the former Central Mineral Bath, officially opened its permanent exhibition on September 17, 2015. Boasting over 100,000 original exhibits, the museum houses...

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House-Museum “Ivan Vazov”

The home museum of Ivan Vazov is located between the multi-storey buildings in the center of Sofia, at the corner of "G.S. Rakovski" and "Iv. Vazov" streets. It stands as a unique presence, serving as a center of spirituality and a...

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National Literary Museum

The National Literary Museum, established in 1976 by Order of the Council of Ministers, holds national importance as a state cultural and scientific institute under the Ministry of Culture. Its primary mission is to search for, collect,...

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National Archaeological Museum

Situated in the heart of Sofia, the National Archaeological Museum is housed in the Buyuk Mosque, one of the city's oldest preserved buildings dating back to the 15th century. The museum is a treasure trove of exhibits with exceptional...

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National Agricultural Museum

Established in 1956 at the Higher Agricultural Institute in Sofia, the Agricultural Museum underwent a transformation in 1999 through the National Agricultural Museum Act. Today, it stands as the sole institution in Bulgaria dedicated to...

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National Museum “Land and People”

The National Museum "Land and People," established in 1987 and situated in the central part of Sofia, offers a fascinating exploration of minerals from around the globe. Encompassing an area of 5,500 sq. m, the museum boasts an extensive...

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House-museum of “Georgi Dimitrov”

Georgi Dimitrov's residence was transformed into a museum, and in 1954, the Central Museum "Georgi Dimitrov" was founded. In 1972, the amalgamation of the two museums resulted in the establishment of the "Georgi Dimitrov" National Museum,...

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House-Museum of “Georgi Kirkov”

Georgi Kirkov (1867-1919), known as "the Master," was a multifaceted Bulgarian figure, encompassing roles as a publicist, parliamentarian, politician, socialist, and trade union activist. Recognized as a charismatic political orator, he...

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