Zlatograd is a small town in southern Bulgaria, home to an incredible Zlatograd Ethnographic Complex. The complex offers a unique look into the area’s lifestyle and architecture from over a century ago, with traditional residential buildings, craft shops, and authentic Bulgarian inns and cafes. It also includes a water facility where visitors can observe the traditional use of laundry and fabric processing tools.
The Ethnographic Museum
Additionally, an Ethnographic Museum displays objects from all periods of history, including the Thracian times, the Roman and Byzantine eras, and the Bulgarian state during Ottoman rule. The museum also showcases traditional Bulgarian livelihoods, costumes, ornaments, and ritual objects. Visitors can also explore the many craft workshops to learn about ancient craftsmanship and try their hand at traditional skills. The complex offers an authentic experience during traditional Bulgarian holidays.
Visitors can take a break at nearby cafes or inns to taste the culinary creations of Bulgarian cuisine, including the famous “swirled coffee”. The Zlatograd Ethnographic Complex continuously enriches its content, making it one of Bulgaria’s top tourist sites.
