Hristo Botev Monument

The Hristo Botev Monument is a bronze sculpture in central Botevgrad showing a standing figure holding a scroll in one hand. The work occupies a prominent spot at the Town Hall entrance and serves as a focal point on the main square.

The monument was unveiled in 1966 to mark the centenary of Botevgrad's founding. The dedication was a major state event attended by high-ranking officials from Bulgaria and abroad.

The monument honors a poet and freedom fighter who dedicated his life to Bulgaria's struggle for independence. Visitors encounter a representation of resistance and literary influence at a central gathering place in the city.

The monument sits in the city center right at Town Hall and is easy to reach on foot. The location is open to the public and makes a good starting point for exploring the surrounding streets.

Before completion, designs were publicly discussed and the sculptor presented a plaster model for review. The community could follow this creation process before the final bronze work was cast.

Location: Botevgrad

Official opening: October 9, 1966

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 42.90778,23.79167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41