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Bulgaria Landmarks > Shumen

Shumen's past is connected with the establishment (681) and development of the Bulgarian state. Among its leading centres of cultural and religious activity Shumen has had a busy life.

The Shumen fortress, built from early Antiquity to late Middle Ages, has lasted for more than 3,200 years. Thracians, Romans, Byzantines and Bulgarians raised their strongholds there. It has always been among the largest and strongest fortresses in Bulgaria.

The Creators of the Bulgarian State Memorial in honor of the 1,300 anniversary of the foundation of Bulgaria.

The Tombul Mosque (1744) is the largest and most beatiful in Bulgaria and second largest on the Balkans.

The Regional Museum of History (1857) with over 15,000 exhibits features Prehistory, Antiquity, Middle Ages, Revival Christian culture, Treasure hall.
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