Ìadara - National Historical and Archeological reserve
Àddress: 9750, Madara village
Òål: (+ 359 5313) 2095
Exhibition: Open-air exhibition
Main collections in stock: Prehistoric, Antique and Medieval collections
Selected from the collections: The most remarkable monument in the reserve is Madara horseman – a rock bas-relief, carved into the rock face at a height of 23 m representing a horseman, a running hound, a lion and inscriptions. The inscriptions around it, written in Greek, present the feats of three Bulgarian khans – Òårvel, Krumesis and Omourtag. The Madara horseman is announced by UNESCO to be a monument of world importance. The visitors can see in the region: pagan sanctuaries, Christian churches, chapels.
Documentation: Collection of paintings, scientific card-indices
Branches and annexes: Roman villa, Madara fortress
Services: Guided tours
Facilities: Souvenir stand, restaurant, café, hotel, advertising materials
Visiting hours: 08.00 a.m.– 07.00 p.m.
