City History Museum Teteven - the history and lifestyle of the locals
City History Museum Teteven - the history and lifestyle of the locals
Welcome to the magical world of the Teteven Historical Museum - the place where history comes alive and the past becomes reality! Step boldly through the doors of this cultural treasure and you will be captivated by the magic of the past.
Cross centuries and discover the mysteries of Thracian times as you get to know the archaeological finds from excavations that carry the story of this magical land. Transport yourself to another era while immersing yourself in the rich ethnography and unique traditions of the Teteven region. Learn about local crafts such as fishing, animal husbandry, goldsmithing, wood carving and more.
And don't miss getting to know the freedom fighters and their sacrifices through the documents and photographs displayed in the "Revival" section. This museum is not just a collection of exhibits, but an emotional journey through time that will leave you craving more history. Welcome to the Teteven Historical Museum - the place where history touches the soul!
How to get to the museum?
The museum is located in the center of the city of Teteven. It is located on Sava Mladenov Square and you can reach it on foot. There are enough parking spaces along the square.
Teteven is located about 100 km from Sofia, 85 km from Pleven and 140 km from Veliko Tarnovo. It is most easily accessible from Northern Bulgaria.
How long it takes to look around?
I would recommend that you set aside an hour or so to explore the museum. There are many different exhibits in the expositions that will attract your attention and intrigue you. I would definitely recommend that you look into it with a talk. The curator Tsonka Petkova is a young person who is extremely well acquainted with the history of the museum. She will manage to make you feel this place with its authenticity and beauty thanks to her fascinating narration.
What will I be able to see in the museum?
The museum is divided into three main expositions that you will be able to explore - Archaeology, Ethnography and Renaissance, which present the history of the city from antiquity to the Liberation of Bulgaria from Turkish slavery. The exhibits are more than 4000 and are of the most different types.
The first section is Archeology - in it you will find various tools of labor from the Late Paleolithic and Neolithic, vessels, votive tablets, weapons, coins, animal bones and others. We are impressed by the skull and jaw of a cave bear, as well as a rhinoceros tooth, horn chisels, flint scrapers, various jewelry and cutting tools. A large part of the objects were found in the nearby caves. Further we see Roman and Byzantine coins, axes, various votive tablets and other interesting objects.
The second section is Ethnography - it tells us about the life of the local Tetevenians, about their crafts, their clothes and objects from their homes. The locals have long been engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry, as well as hunting and fishing, woodworking, shoemaking and weaving. In addition to handicraft items, you can view the costumes specific to each settlement, as well as the beautiful dresses of the local ladies. I was very impressed by the wood carving of the local craftsmen - incredible craftsmanship.
The last section in the museum is dedicated to the Revival and the struggle for liberation in this region - here in 1870 Vasil Levski founded the Teteven Revolutionary Committee. It includes over 50 Teteven citizens (men and women) who are ready to fight for the liberation of the homeland. One of them is Sava Mladenov, after whom the square in front is named, who actively participated in the revolutionary movement, was part of the Boteva Cheta and helped Levski to spread the idea in the region. He unfortunately died, due to betrayal, in the area of Kostina near Ribaritsa. In addition to letters and photos of the revivalists, you can also see their weapons - flintlock rifles, revolvers, sabers and other military items. At the end of the exposition there are also several flags of the revivalists.
What are the opening hours of the museum?
The museum is open every day of the week. From Monday to Friday, it works from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a lunch break between 12 and 1 p.m. On weekends and holidays, it is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. again with a lunch break between 12 and 1 p.m.
Which number is in the booklet with the 100 national tourist sites?
The city history museum in Teteven is located at number 32 in the booklet.
How much does it cost to visit?
Considering most of the fees, I would call this museum extremely good value for money. Children up to the age of 7 enter the museum free of charge, students, pensioners and the disabled enter for a fee of BGN 1. For adults, the fee is BGN 3. , and an additional charge of BGN 3 is made for a talk. Photographs and video recording in the museum are subject to an additional charge.
Is there a convenient picnic spot or something to eat nearby?
In the square there is a grocery store, fast food restaurants, as well as benches where you can sit and enjoy the beautiful views.
When is the best time to visit?
Anytime! The museum is one place worth visiting if you are in the Teteven area and love history. A very interesting and fascinating museum with interesting objects and archaeological finds. It's easy to tell when a place goes into a lot of effort and love, and this place is just that.
What is interesting nearby?
- Ecopath to Mount Ostrich from the village of Babintsi - this is the peak above the monastery. You can climb up to it and enjoy the panoramic view of the city from above. Read more about it here.
- Eco-path "Under the spray of the waterfall" - this is one of my favorite places in the area. I visited the last part of the eco-trail, which is in the forest, and I was very fascinated by the place and the nature around. Read more about it here.
- Glozhene monastery "St. George The Victorious" - is located near the village of Glozhene and is one of the monasteries with the most beautiful view in Bulgaria. It is located on the rocks below the Kamen Lisets peak and was used as a hideout by the people for the liberation of the country. Read more about it here.
I want to especially thank our hosts from the municipality of Teteven, the regional association Tour Club ReMark, the curator of the museum Tsonka Petkova and our wonderful tour guide Mladen Milev and ASTOM (Association of Owners of Tourist Online Media) for this wonderful weekend and the great organization.
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