The monument was commissioned to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Liberation of Bulgaria.
Sculptor Arnoldo Zocchi also designed the Tsar Alexander II Monument in Sofia.
The bronze figures were cast in Florence, Italy, before being transported to Ruse.
The monument serves as a centerpiece for the city's annual Liberation Day celebrations on March 3rd.
The statue of Liberty is flanked by two bronze lions at the base of the pedestal.
The Monument of Liberty in Ruse is a bronze sculpture honoring those who fought for Bulgaria's liberation from Ottoman rule. Designed by Italian sculptor Arnoldo Zocchi, the monument was inaugurated in 1909. It features a central female figure representing Liberty, holding a sword and pointing toward the direction of liberation. The base of the granite pedestal includes bronze reliefs depicting scenes of the Bulgarian National Revival and revolutionary struggles. It is centrally located in Liberty Square, serving as a focal point for city events and commemorative ceremonies. The monument stands as a key example of monumental sculpture from the early 20th century in Bulgaria. It remains a central landmark in the city's pedestrian-friendly urban core.
From the edge of the fountain in the plaza to capture the entire height of the monument against the backdrop of the city architecture.
Visit during the evening to see the monument illuminated by integrated lighting.
Explore the surrounding streets of the 'Little Vienna' district to view preserved 19th-century Neo-Baroque architecture.
Combine your visit with a walk to the nearby Danube River waterfront.
Do not attempt to climb the pedestal or the monument base, as it is a protected heritage site.
