Andrean Vanyov

At Shumen Municipality, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and sustainable community in the heart of Bulgaria. We work collaboratively with local businesses, citizens, and organizations to enhance the quality of life, promote economic development, and preserve our rich cultural heritage. Our team is committed to creating a welcoming environment that encourages innovation and connectivity among all stakeholders. Together, we strive to make Shumen a thriving hub for growth and opportunity. The city of Shumen is famous in the region for the Monument to 1300 Years of Bulgaria. The monument is in the cubist style and is 1300 steps (each step representing a year) above the center of the town. Other places of note are the Shumen fortress, Tombul Mosque, and Shumen Plato National park. The center of the town has a historical museum, large library, and large theater. The municipality building, also in the center, has a concert hall that features regular symphony performances. Shumen is also the location of the Shumensko Brewery, a popular beer in Bulgaria. The area surrounding Shumen plays a significant part in Bulgarian History with the first and second capitols of historical Bulgaria within thirty kilometers from the city. The municipality embraces a territory of 630 km2 (240 sq mi) with a population of 101,597 inhabitants, as of December 2009.\[1\] Currently, the eastern operating section of Hemus motorway connects the main town with the port of Varna. Aside from the rich cultural landmarks of the main city, the area is most known with the National Historical and Archaeological Reserve that includes the famous Madara Rider near the homonymous village.