Майка България, Liberation monument in Pleven, Bulgaria.
Майка България is a monument in Pleven featuring a central female figure breaking chains, mounted on a granite pedestal that reaches a total height of 27 meters. It stands in front of Skobelev Park Museum with surrounding pathways and benches for visitors to use.
The monument was built between 1906 and 1909 to mark the 100th anniversary of Bulgaria's liberation from Ottoman rule during the Russo-Turkish War. This period represented a turning point in the nation's path toward independence.
The monument functions as a gathering place where locals and visitors come together for national holidays and official ceremonies. It stands as a symbol of strength and pride for those who pass through the square.
The monument is accessible year-round and features pathways for walking and benches for resting nearby. The area around it is easy to navigate on foot with plenty of open space to view the structure.
The design incorporates a representation of a century-old tree, making it stand apart from typical liberation monuments. This collaboration between sculptor Dimitar Boykov and architect Atanas Atanasov created something visually distinct.
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