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Traveling in Bulgaria|Don't miss this treasure museum in Sofia!

You'll regret it if you don't visit this museum in Sofia! The "National Archaeological Museum" is hidden in a century-old building in the city center. It's a paradise for history and aesthetics lovers! Every photo you take here looks like a movie poster. Check out this fresh guide to the museum! 📍Top 3 must-see treasures 1️⃣【Varna Gold Treasure】⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The oldest gold civilization in human history" is not an exaggeration! The gold scepter and funeral mask from 4000 BC are so thin that they are translucent, and they shine under the spotlight.😱 (The photos you take here will have a natural halo filter.) 2️⃣【Thracian Knight Bronze Statue】⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full of medieval mystery! The 2-meter-high bronze knight holds a spear, and the armor is so detailed that it looks like it was 3D printed. Standing at the foot of the statue, you can feel the pressure. (Take a photo from a 45-degree angle to make your legs look longer!) 3️⃣【Roman Mosaic Floor】⭐⭐⭐⭐ The giant colored mosaic covers the entire exhibition hall, and the afternoon tea scene of the ancient Roman aristocrats is vivid! It's recommended to wear plain clothes and squat down to take a photo, and you'll get a photo like a scene from "Angels & Demons."📸 📌Hidden tips: ✅The spiral staircase in the main hall on the second floor is a must-see! The sunlight shines through the stained glass onto the Byzantine murals, and the light and shadow are beautiful at 3 pm. ✅The ancient jewelry display case on the first basement floor has gold earrings that are more fashionable than modern brands. ✅You can get a fridge magnet of the same gold mask for 5 euros at the souvenir shop. ⏰Opening hours: Summer (Apr–Oct) 10:00–18:00 Winter 11:00–17:00 (Closed on Mondays! Don't waste your time.) 🚌Transportation: 5-minute walk from Serdika subway station For those driving, there is a secret parking lot in the back alley of the museum (3 lev per hour). 💡Fun fact: This museum was once an Ottoman mosque! The Arabic patterns on the dome and the medieval icons are in the same frame. The cultural collision is amazing!
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Posted: Feb 1, 2025
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