Doctors' Garden

Doctors' Garden is an urban park in Oborishte District located between Oborishte and Shipka streets, featuring well-kept lawns, ornamental hedges, and paved pathways throughout its grounds. Numerous benches are scattered across the space, offering places to sit and observe the surroundings.

A central monument built between 1883 and 1884 honors 531 medical professionals who died during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878. The structure stands as a lasting reminder of their sacrifice during a crucial period in Bulgarian history.

The garden sits near Sofia University and the National Library, forming part of the city's intellectual hub where students and visitors pause to think and gather throughout the day. Local residents pass through regularly, making it a place woven into the rhythm of the neighborhood.

The garden has several entrances making it easy to access from different directions, and street lighting allows for evening visits when the area takes on a different mood. Public transportation nearby connects to all parts of the city.

Ancient ruins discovered within the garden's grounds add an archaeological layer to this memorial space, revealing traces of the city's past beneath its green lawns. These findings create an unexpected connection between old history and the memorial's purpose.

Location: Oborishte District

Inception: 1891

GPS coordinates: 42.69444,23.33833

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:01