In these hot days, we all want to escape to a cool and green part of town where we can forget about our hectic daily lives.
Visit the most famous parks in the heart of the capital to immerse yourself in the world of recreation and escape from the noisy boulevards. Sofia's gardens are a favorite spot for the city's residents and a true gift from nature. They provide us with that cool, refreshing breeze that gives birth to wonderful emotions and unforgettable moments.
Here are our top ten favorite gardens in Sofia.
We decided to present the locations to you from a slightly different perspective, using photos taken entirely by us.
Crystal Garden
It is close to the National Assembly, St. Alexander Nevsky Church, the Central Military Club, and the Bulgarian Army Theater. The garden is named after the now-defunct restaurant "Crystal." After the restaurant closed, the garden became a gathering place for artists and antiquarians.
The park is one of Sofia's most appealing destinations for young people. It houses the Stefan Stambolov monument. Here, outdoor exhibitions and cultural events are frequently held. As a result, the garden is also a public art monument. "Crystal" is an excellent place to relax due to its green space and avenues.
City Garden
The City Garden is Sofia's oldest park, located in the city center in front of the former royal palace, close to the National Theater, the National Bank, the Municipality, and various ministries. Alexander Garden was the original name.
There is a musical children's playground, fitness equipment, new lighting, and well-kept gardens on its grounds, so the park never sleeps or closes its eyes. This is also the location of the well-known fountain with the bronze ballerina in front of the National Theater.
The garden is well-known for its excellent chess players as well as the organization of various events and exhibitions. The ice rink is a popular hangout for both locals and visitors to the city. The garden is ideal for a pleasant stroll, sweet talk, or peace in the midst of a hectic day.
Russian Church Garden
The garden is located next to the Russian Church in Sofia, at the intersection of Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd. and G.S. Rakovski St. The Russian Church "St. Nikolay," located in the park, is one of Sofia's most notable structures. It was constructed between 1907 and 1914 on the initiative of the Russian Embassy and on the plot of the Russian architect M. Preobrazhensky. This becomes an occasion for many tourists to visit the park, and it is also a required stop when exploring the sights of Sofia. The Pushkin monument is another landmark in the garden.
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Knyazheska Garden
The garden is situated in the city center, between the intersections of Sofia University ""Tsar Osvoboditel" Boulevard, Orlov Bridge, "Evlogi I Hristo Georgievi" Boulevard, "Vasil Levski" Street, and "Vasil Levski" Boulevard. It houses the Soviet Army Monument from 2009.
Knyazheska gradina is well-known for its diverse dining options, beautiful alleys, children's corners and playgrounds, outdoor fitness with 18 combined ergonomic devices that can be used by both children and adults at the same time, and so on. The first playground in Sofia for pets to play and walk freely was built in the park. Preferred exhibition and concert venue.
The royal garden
The Royal Garden is behind the National Art Gallery, which was once a royal palace. The royal garden was created during the palace's construction. The park surrounding the palace covered an area of 18 acres and had several entrances.
A small portion of the garden has been preserved today, but it will be completely renovated in 2014, with new lighting, replaced alley pavements, new benches, and video surveillance. The park has been a huge hit with the capital's residents in recent years. Many wedding photo sessions are held because of the beauty of the garden.
Sofia hosted the famous Lunar Light Festival this year. For the first time, the show is being held in Bulgaria, and this fairy garden has become an impressive part of the event.
Doctor's garden
The wonderful Doctor's Garden is also located in the heart of Sofia. It is situated between "Oborishte" and "Shipka" streets, directly behind the "St. Cyril and Methodius" National Library and close to many historical monuments and state institutions in the capital. The park's name is derived from the Doctor's Monument, which is located within it. The memorial was erected in memory of the medical personnel who died during the Russian-Turkish liberation war of 1877-1878.
There are many different types of trees in the Doctor's Garden, including three-spined aspen imported from North America, swamp cypress, ginkgo, oak, sophora, sycamore, and white acacia. There is also a historic white acacia that serves as a symbolic memorial to Daniel Neff, the creator of the first metropolitan parks and gardens.
Gardens at the National Palace of Culture (NPC)
The park is located on the "Bulgaria" park square in the central part of Sofia, near the National Palace of Culture's impressive main building. The venue is a large complex that hosts conferences, trade shows, festivals, and cultural events featuring well-known performers. The park is divided into two sections: the one in front of the NDK and the one behind it.
The garden in front of the National Palace of Culture is located in the city of Sofia, between Fritjof Nansen Street and Patriarch Evtimii Blvd. The Soldiers' Memorial of the First and Sixth Sofia Regiments is nearby. There is a multifunctional stage, a children's corner, and plenty of green space at the kindergarten.
The garden behind the National Palace of Culture is located in Sofia, directly behind the National Palace of Culture. It is much less habitable than the one in front of the National Palace of Culture, as there are numerous benches for recreation.
We've shown you some stunning images from this year's light festival in Sofia, which took place in the spring. The National Palace Gardens were popular spots for viewing the lights.
Garden "Library of St. St. Cyril and Methodius"
A magnificent garden in front of the National Library "St. Cyril and Methodius" is surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful, colorful flowers. The National Library "St. Cyril and Methodius" in Sofia is Bulgaria's oldest cultural institute and the country's largest public library. Many cultural events are held here as a result of this.
One of the most impressive monuments in the capital is the St. Cyril and Methodius monument, which is located in the flower garden in front of the library. The monument is still regarded as one of the finest achievements of Bulgarian monumental art.
Every year on May 24, the national holiday of Bulgarian literature and culture is celebrated in Sofia in front of the Thessaloniki brothers monument.
Garden "Vazrazhdane"
On hot summer days, the garden, known for its large hundred-year-old plane trees, is not empty. Everyone is looking for peaceful benches under the beautiful plane trees to find some relief from the heat of the summer. It was founded in 1937 and is still a popular recreational area today. The garden is small, but it makes up for it in freshness and beauty.
Garden "St. Kliment Ohridski"
This is one of Sofia's most iconic gardens, located in the heart of the city between the National Assembly and Sofia University. Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" is Bulgaria's oldest and largest university. His structure is one of the capital's landmarks. The building's stunning architecture draws a large number of visitors, who also flock to the nearby gardens.
University students are also frequent visitors to the park, where they can find peace and relaxation after a long day. In the garden, a monument to St. was also erected. Kliment Ohridski, a student of St. Cyril and Methodius, is credited with inventing the Cyrillic alphabet. The garden is also ideal for long walks along the paths.
