Television Tower, Northeast Bulgaria Travel Guide

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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.

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bul. Peyo K. Yavorov 2, Sofia, Borisova Gradina, 1113, BG

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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.

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Getting There

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.
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.
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.

Discover more about Television Tower

The Borisova Gradina TV Tower, an enduring symbol of Sofia's broadcasting history, rises 106 meters above Borisova Gradina park. Constructed in 1959, the tower marked a pivotal moment as the launch site for the first Bulgarian National Television broadcasts. Designed by architect Lyuben Podponev, along with engineer A. Voynov and technologist Georgi Kopkanov, the tower's construction began in December 1958 and was completed by December 26, 1959.The tower features 14 floors and three platforms, encompassing an area of 144 square meters per floor. Positioned at 595 meters above sea level, it initially facilitated VHF radio broadcasts in 1962 and later expanded to include Programme 2 and 3. In 1972, it was upgraded to support OIRT color television standards.Since 1985, the Vitosha Mountain TV Tower has taken over as the primary broadcasting center. However, the Borisova Gradina TV Tower continues to transmit signals for private radio stations and DVB-T terrestrial television. Today, the tower serves as a historical landmark within the park, offering a glimpse into Bulgaria's technological past. While visitors cannot access the tower itself, its presence enriches the park's atmosphere, blending history with the natural beauty of Borisova Gradina.