Audio Guide for Museum Paleontology and Historical Geology
Under the dome of the northern wing of Sofia University is situated a museum that throws light into the darkness of the distant geological ages.
The Museum houses in its collection and exposition more than 200,000 fossil specimens, rock samples, and geological maps of Bulgaria and the neighboring territories.
The central place, directly opposite the entrance, is assigned to the pride of paleontologists - the restored skeleton of the genus Deinotherium (Deinotherium thraciensis Nikolov). The imposing skeleton (7 m long and 4.20 m high), is built of authentically preserved bones (more than 90%).
After payment, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day you choose to visit the museum, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone. You will need mobile internet. Traffic consumption is minimal The audio guide instantly opens, no downloads or apps!
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Audio Guide for Museum Paleontology and Historical Geology
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Museum of Paleontology and Historical Geology has existed since 1965 and is housed in the building of the Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski". It is located in the under-domed space of the north wing of the University. It began with the formation of the departmental study group in paleontology by Prof. G. Zlatarski. In the museum hall, two different exhibitions are arranged - on paleontology and historical geology. They are arranged by chrono-evolutionary and thematic principles. The paleontological collection showcases the main fossil invertebrates and partly plant organisms from the Paleozoic to the Quaternary. In the exhibition on historical geology, rock samples and fossils, as well as geological maps, are arranged. The central place, directly opposite the entrance, is devoted to the pride of paleontologists - the restored skeleton of the Deinotherium genus. The impressive skeleton (7 meters long and 4.20 meters high) is a marvel to behold.
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- Access to the player with records
- Audio Guide - ENG | BG | IT| ES
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Combination ticket are not available at the museum box office.
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- The museum is located in the building of the Sofia University "Kliment Ohridski" on the 5th floor. The university is very large, so you will receive a PDF with a guide to the museum. Opening hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 to 16:00. Lunch 13:00 to 14:00
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Audio guide to the museum. The museum is located in the building of the Sofia University "Kliment Ohridski" on the 5th floor. The university is very large, so you will receive a PDF with a guide to the museum. You can easily find the entrance from the photos. You will receive access to the audio guide by email There is a bell at the entrance, you need to press it and a museum employee will open the door/bar for you. Museum opening hours: Monday - Friday from 10:00 to 16:00. Lunch from 13:00 to 14:00