The Regional History Museum - Haskovo

The Haskovo Regional History Museum treasures more than 120 000 pieces and artifacts of the historical cultural heritage, many of which have an exceptionally high value. Unique collections of prehistoric, antique and medieval artifacts made of ceramics, stone, iron and glass contribute to part of the rich museum collection. Among the most interesting exhibits are two rarely found on the Bulgarian lands goblets, “Troy type”, dating back to 1st c. B.C., one of which became the symbol of the museum. The museum also hosts a remarkable collection of extremely high value consisting of more than 22 000 antique and medieval coins.

Over the years the Regional History Museum has performed collecting, research and methodological activity in 11 municipalities of today’s Haskovo district. It has restored more than 30 cultural monuments.
The museum holds one of the best ethnographic collections. Department funds have nearly 15,000 units. The museum houses collections of articles of bronze, folk costumes, fabrics, jewelry, agricultural and craft implements, pieces of folk art, ritual props and many other.

Availability for visits:  Paid, all year round, available guide

Transport accessibility: Yes, it is in the centre of the town

Tourist infrastructure: Yes - hotels, restaurants, Tourist Information Centre