Best places: Museums in Dupnitsa, Bulgaria

Over 650,000 items show Bulgaria's history from prehistoric times to the more recent communist past.

Ancient hilltop fortress with archeological finds on display & an outdoor play area for kids.

Medieval church known for an interior covered in frescos dating from the late 900s.

👍👍 The gentleman who worked there.was amazing - he shared interesting information in an enchanting way. A must-visit in the city!

👍👍 The host is very knowledgeable and will tell you a lot of interesting facts. You can pay additionally for a private "beseda". Well worth the time and money. It is 20 BGN no matter the size of the group. Highly recommended.

👍👍 Such a great experience: we stopped there after visiting the rila monastery in the wood. Basically it's a big open air market filled with old radio, cars, bikes, so many weird and old stuff, but it is so cool and such a great idea.

👍👍 The ethnographic museum is located on the right before the Tsari Mali grad fortress. A combined ticket can be purchased. The stamp is one, and so is the brand. There is free parking. Interesting things can be bought in the souvenir shop. A sense of the Bulgarian.. I recommend!

👍👍 Къщата музей на българина Димитър Пещев, чието дело е свързано със спасяването на 50000 еврей. Поклон. Къщата музей е част от 100те национални туристически обекта и е с печат номер 26.

👍👍 Започвам с терминологично уточнение: на гръцки „пиргос“ значи „кула“ и от тази гледна точка наименованието „Пиргова кула“ /среща се и като „Пиркова кула“/ означава Кулова кула или някаква подобна безсмислица. Ето защо е най-разумно да се нарича Отбранителна или Защитна кула, съгласно предназначениет...

👍👍 Добре е да се посети, интересна експозиция и факти от историята. На националните празници е безплатно.

National museum presenting Bulgarian Socialist-era sculptures, art, memorabilia & propaganda films.

👍👍 The house in the metropolitan district "Lozenets", where the most important Bulgarian composer Pancho Vladigerov lived and worked for a long time. The piano and grand piano he worked on are preserved in his office. You can see the original score of the rhapsody "Vardar". The staff at the museum are...

👍👍 Definitely worth a visit to this well presented and preserved home of a wealthy person. Built in 1866 the home is full of spectacular woodwork, period furniture, and artwork. Only 4 lev for adult admission. Free parking outside. Have fun!

👍👍 Заслужава си посещението. На два етажа в центъра срещу читалището е.

👍👍 Richly furnished museum showing the life of bears!

👍👍 It is good to see and explore, there are many interesting things that can be learned. The center itself is very well done.

👍👍 To avoid the return bus trip from Sofia we stayed in BLAGOEVGRAD having bused from Scopje changing at Kyustendil (note no 1pm bus Sunday but train available). There are direct (staff) buses to and from the monastery at 7am returning 4.50pm. 6 BGN each way. 1 hour. To avoid the early start we bused t...

👍👍 The Banner of Peace Monument stands as a symbol of hope and unity in a world that often seems divided and filled with conflict. Its powerful message resonates with all those who strive for peace and long for a better future for humanity. This extraordinary work of art, created by the visionary artis...