Etar Architectural-Ethnographic Complex

The museum spans across a landscaped area containing water-powered machines, traditional workshops, and buildings representing Bulgarian Revival architecture from the 18th century.

In September 1964, architect Lazar Donkov established this museum by restoring existing structures and relocating authentic equipment from different regions of Bulgaria.

Sixteen traditional workshops line the craft street, where craftsmen demonstrate techniques of woodcarving, pottery, weaving, metalworking, and leather processing using period tools.

The museum operates daily from 9:00 to 19:00 during summer months and from 9:00 to 17:00 during winter, with different admission rates for adults, children, and groups.

Ten water-powered installations, including fulling mills, grindstones, and sawmills, demonstrate pre-industrial manufacturing methods through functional historical mechanisms.

Location: Gabrovo

Inception: September 7, 1964

Official opening: September 7, 1964

Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria

Address: ул. „Ген. Дерожински“ № 144, Габрово 5310 5310

Website: https://etar.bg

GPS coordinates: 42.80944,25.34833

Latest update: May 11, 2025 22:54