Founders of the Bulgarian State Monument

An excellent monument describing in "pictures" the early history of the Bulgarian kingdom. For foreigners, it would be advantageous to have someone to translate.
From here you have a perfect view over the city of Shumen.
As located in nature and surrounded by forest, it is an ideal possibility for picnics or walks.
For a restaurant, you should go 5 km away to the old city, where you also find the ancient fortress.

One of the most impressive communist monuments in Bulgaria. It is by far the most preserved thanks to the entry fee.
The lady at the entrance was very kind and happy to welcome visitors. If you want to learn more about Bulgarian history I advise to talk a few minutes with her.

They don't accept card payments therefore bring cash.

A very impressive monument! Well worth the 5 BGN entry fee! The statues look like the forerunner of the transformers.

The car is legally parked. I paid the entrance to the monument 11 or 12 leva for the family. The lady at the cashier asked me where we were from and offered us a file with the Romanian translation of the guide. The monument is imposing, visible from the highway. The inns, although they were sculpted in 1981, look like they are from Transformers. on the outside, there are some traces of concrete degradation, especially on the large external slope. There is a picnic area on the plateau behind the monument, also accessible by car.

The Founders of the Bulgarian State Monument in Shumen, Bulgaria, is a striking tribute to the nation's medieval history and founding rulers. Situated atop the Shumen Plateau, this monumental complex features larger-than-life bronze statues depicting the first Bulgarian rulers: Khan Asparuh, Khan Tervel, Khan Krum, and Tsar Simeon the Great. Surrounding the statues is a landscaped park with walking paths, offering visitors panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the city of Shumen below. The monument serves as a powerful symbol of Bulgaria's rich heritage and its enduring spirit of independence. It's a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers interested in exploring Bulgaria's medieval past.

Unique Bulgarian architecture and Art!! Worth the climb! Definitely a must visit in Bulgaria.

I love this place! I mean to reach there, there about 1300 steps uphill and with amazing view waiting for you there once you reached. It’s recommended for people who love outdoor activities and a bit intense as it’s uphill and might be difficult for some to go up. And if you love nature like I do, definitely you’ll enjoy. It’s always great to visit nature and feel them. If you love nature and outdoor activities, this is one ☝ for you to do when you’re in Shumen. 😇

Incredible experience, what an awe-inspiring place. So glad we made it up all the steps from the city on a cold and snowy day to see this impressive monument.

The staff deserve a special thank you. The lady at the cashier was so informative, telling us the history of Bulgaria represented in the monument, and even giving us a small wallet calendar, and the gentleman patrolling outside so kindly came over and ensured we knew how to walk safely on the icy, slippery ground (being from Australia we're not used to walking on smooth snow-covered tiles!). Really impressed with the service here.

Absolutely worthwhile, we would recommend this place to anyone visiting Bulgaria, though depending on the season and mobility, you may wish to come a) on a day that isn't snowing, and b) via car.

One small note: the cashier desk is just before you get to the monument itself. We spent a while near the entrance looking around for a place to pay, because there are signs at the bottom of the last set of steps warning you of the need to pay, but just keep going! The place to pay is at the top of the stairs, you can't miss it - follow the sign to KACA :)

A great place. While you feel yourself in history, you will also feel inside the transformers movie. everything seems to come alive.. :) I recommend firstly you should read the history of the kingdom and then visit it. If you come to the Shumen, you should definitely visit. :))

The sheer scale of this Monument is difficult to explain or capture in a photo but I was hugely impressed not just with the scale but the condition that is not always s given for some monuments of this type. The mosaic artwork in parts was a wonderful surprise and the views whilst not amazing from a nature or architectural pov where great from a distance pov. To get to the Monument we climbed 1300 steps that can be avoided by a slope maybe 750m the right of the main thoroughfare. Tbh we could have avoided paying 4 leva each because only one cash desk at the top left of the Monument but think that's the wrong thing to do and we'll worth paying to fund its preservation. 200m below the Monument was a restaurant that looked closed (in October) but was indeed open serving very cheap drinks

You can go by car, or using 1300 stairs from the city. In the past there was an entrance fee of 3lv, but not any more. There are benches and tables in a nice lawn, perfect for playing with your dog, kids or some volleyball with friends. The Monument itself is magnificent!!

What a mesmerizing place! You learn the history and see amazing sculptures, the view is also stunning. Worth the visit!

A Communistic Era monument. Brutal architecture. it gives you goosebumps to walk around this massive concrete structure.
Definitely a must see place

This is a great experience. Taking the 1300 steps is a workout but it is worth it. You can also drive up to the top if steps do not suit you. There is a small resturant right before you reach the monument. There are lots of picnic areas and small playgrounds at the top. I will be back.

Very nice place with friendly staff, interesting history and great views.
The lady that sold tickets was really funny and friendly, gave us a description in our language of choice between allot of language choices.
Really enjoyed the place and the view.

This is an incredible monument. It's really enormous. If you have the change to take pictures with drone - definitely do it. Funny thing is that the sculptures inside look like transformers robots.

This 40 year old monument is quite impressive as a sculptural composition and imposing architecture. It commemorates the founders of the Bulgarian state, which weirdly resemble the famous Transformers. You can reach it by car or by climbing the 1300 steps from the centre of Shumen. Entrance is 4 Bgn. There are some quite nice park areas around good for camping and for resting, including table tennis. It was quite windy when we visited as the monument is placed on the plateau. Would love to go back there on a more quiet day.

I've travelled a little, and seen some cool stuff, but this monument is by far the most impressive I've ever visited.

It's not a monument you simply look at, it's a monument you really feel. Just being in the presence of such huge and powerful structures is humbling, yet reassuring.

It really makes you understand that Bulgaria was built on a solid foundation, and can resist anything the world can throw at it.

It has already become one of my favourite places in Bulgaria, and I'm already looking forward to visiting again.

Wonderful representation of the history of Bulgaria, but even just the architectural marvels of the cubist monument will probably impress. The scale of the monument is very impressive. Entry is only 3 Leva.

It is one of the most interesting and most beautiful places to visit. The sculptures look like they are alive and they will move at any moment. Great to see how tradition of one country is highly valued. Truly great experience, I visit it every time I come to Shumen.