Varna Archaeological Museum in Varna

Varna Archaeological Museum

Varna, Bulgaria

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Archaeological museum in Varna, Bulgaria

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Was a 6000 year old skeleton found in Bulgaria?

One of the richest individuals of the ancient world wasn't a king from a famous empire, but a man buried over 6,000 years ago in what is now Bulgaria. Discovered at the Varna Necropolis, this skeleton, often called the “Varna Man”, was found surrounded by an extraordinary amount of gold.

Is the Archaeological Museum free?

Entrance is free to all visitors on the following days: 18 May (International Museum Day) The last weekend of September (European Days of Cultural Heritage) October 28. Every first Sunday, from November 1st to March 31.

What is Varna, Bulgaria famous for?

Varna is a significant hub for business, transportation, education, tourism, entertainment, and healthcare. The city is referred to as the maritime capital of Bulgaria and is home to the headquarters of the Bulgarian Navy and merchant marine.

How old is Varna gold?

The burial ground contained more than 3,000 gold artifacts that date to between 4600 and 4300 B.C., making them the oldest gold artifacts in the world. Over a 20-year period of excavations, archaeologists recovered gold objects from 62 of the around 300 graves in the Varna cemetery.