Cultural-Historical and Botanical Parks of Bulgaria

The collection “Cultural-Historical and Botanical Parks of Bulgaria” brings together significant Bulgarian sites that combine cultural-historical heritage with natural park complexes. It includes palace and park ensembles, botanical gardens, and other parks of historical, architectural, and botanical significance. The collection aims to document, study, and promote Bulgaria’s cultural and natural heritage, providing scholarly information and regulated access to the sites.

The collection showcases a variety of sites, including historic palaces and residences with surrounding parks, formal gardens, greenhouses, and botanical collections. Each site is documented with emphasis on the historical period of creation, architectural and landscape design, stylistic features, and botanical richness. The main purpose of the collection is to integrate cultural-historical and natural heritage within a coherent scholarly framework, facilitating academic research, education, and sustainable use of park resources.