Borisova Gradina TV Tower: A Historic Landmark
Explore Sofia's broadcasting history at the iconic Borisova Gradina TV Tower, a landmark within the city's beloved park.
The Borisova Gradina TV Tower, also known as the Old TV Tower, is a 106-meter-tall structure located in Sofia's Borisova Gradina park. Built in 1959, it's historically significant as the site of Bulgaria's first national television broadcasts. While no longer the primary broadcasting facility, it remains a recognizable landmark and a reminder of the country's technological advancements.
A brief summary to Television Tower
- bul. Peyo K. Yavorov 2, Sofia, Borisova Gradina, 1113, BG
Local tips
- Enjoy a walk through Borisova Gradina park, combining a visit to the TV Tower with the park's gardens, ponds, and recreational spaces.
- Visit other attractions within Borisova Gradina, such as the open-air stage, offering various performances during the warmer months.
- Take advantage of the park's central location and explore nearby landmarks like the Vasil Levski National Stadium.
Getting There
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Walking
From the heart of Sofia, such as Vitosha Boulevard, walk east towards Borisova Gradina. The TV Tower is located within the park, near bul. Peyo K. Yavorov. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the park's pathways to reach the tower. No costs are involved.
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Public Transport
Take the Sofia Metro to Vasil Levski Stadium station. From there, it's a short walk into Borisova Gradina park. Alternatively, several buses and trolleybuses serve stops near the park's entrances. A single public transport ticket costs 1.60 BGN.
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Taxi
Hail a taxi from anywhere in Sofia to Borisova Gradina park, specifying the intersection of bul. Peyo K. Yavorov. Taxi fares generally start around 2.40 BGN to 2.80 BGN, with a per-kilometer charge of 1.08 BGN to 1.50 BGN. A short taxi ride from the city center should cost approximately 7.6 BGN.
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