Progress

OUR PROGRESS SO FAR ?

Over the past 12 months, we have put considerable effort and diligence into gathering the necessary experience and expertise before the construction of the museum begins. Since 2023, we have been actively working on the concept of the future Tourist Information Center, which will offer visitors a unique experience related to the rich history and culture of the region.

Until August 2024, we have carried out a number of important actions for the preparation and construction of the information center:

Construction plans:

We started the process of developing construction plans in order to obtain a construction permit for the renovation of the building and the change of purpose into a tourist information center. We expect to receive permission and start renovations in November 2024, which will be an important step forward in realizing our vision.

Partnerships with institutions:

We established contacts with the Ministry of Culture, from where we received support for the creation of a replica of the prehistoric drawings, which will enrich our exposition. We are also working with the Ministry of Agriculture to obtain a permit to improve the area around the future museum, which will add to the attractiveness of the site.

Partnership with the National Academy of Art:

We have built a partnership with the National Academy of Art, which will lead to the creation of murals on the facade of the building. These works of art will not only enhance the architectural and cultural value of the center, but also make it a real tourist attraction, enhancing the tourist experience of our visitors.

Media support:

We held negotiations with the Bulgarian National Radio - Vidin in order to receive media support for the preparation and broadcasting of the tourist talks. This is a strategic measure to improve the information we provide to tourists. 

Partnerships with local authorities:

We are also working with the Municipality of Belogradchik to create a partnership that will allow the sale of tickets for the Magura Cave and the future museum in one place, which will facilitate the visits of tourists and increase their satisfaction.

Exchange of experience:

In order to gather valuable experience, we visited a replica of the Kazanlak Tomb in Kazanlak, as well as the Abritus Interactive Museum in Razgrad. These visits helped us to build partnerships and exchange experience for the successful implementation of similar projects..

Exploring international experience:

We visited the world's most famous museums related to caves with prehistoric paintings, such as Lascaux and Chauvet in southern France and Altamira in northern Spain. There we had the unique opportunity to talk with directors of these museums, hear about their experiences and take valuable lessons that we will apply in our project.

These actions and initiatives demonstrate our firm commitment and continued efforts in building an innovative and attractive Tourist Information Center that will provide unforgettable experiences to all visitors. We will continue to work tirelessly to provide high-quality services and pass on the cultural heritage of the prehistoric Magura Cave paintings for future generations.