Borisova gradina
Borisova gradina or Knyaz-Borisova gradina (Bulgarian: Борисова градина or Княз-Борисова градина, translated as Boris' Garden or Knyaz Boris' Garden) is the oldest and best known park in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Its construction and arrangement began in 1884 and it is named after Bulgarian Tsar Boris III.
| Borisova gradina | |
|---|---|
| Борисова градина | |
Lily pond in Borisova gradina | |
| Type | Public park |
| Location | Sofia, Bulgaria |
| Nearest city | Sofia |
| Coordinates | 42°40′47″N 23°20′29″E |
| Area | 3.02 km2 |
| Status | Open all year |
| Public transit access | 1 4 via SU St. Kliment Ohridski 3 via Orlov Most |
The history of the garden embraces three periods under three renowned gardeners. All followed the initial scheme, developing it further and perfecting it instead of making radical changes to the original design.
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