Bulgarian National Library

The Bulgarian National Library (National Library of Saints Cyril and Methodius), located in Sofia, is the largest and most established cultural institution in the country. Library; It is renowned worldwide for its enormous Oriental Collections (Ottoman, Arabic and Persian documents), which house Slavic, Byzantine and Old Bulgarian manuscripts, as well as one of the largest Ottoman archives outside Turkey. Beyond preserving these priceless physical collections, the institution brings high-resolution copies of rare manuscripts, historical maps, photographs, and early printed works online through its digital library. The Bulgarian National Library, a vital center for Balkan and Ottoman history research, provides open access to its rich cultural heritage, building a strong bridge between the meticulous preservation of historical documents and modern digital humanities.