Central Sofia Market Hall

The Central Market Hall in Sofia, known locally as Halite, is the oldest building of its kind in modern Bulgaria. It was built between 1909 and 1911 to designs by the architect Naum Nikolov Torbov and stands on Knyaginya Maria Luisa Boulevard. The Neo-Renaissance building, with touches of Neo-Baroque and Neo-Byzantine architecture, has a rectangular floor plan and a steel-and-glass roof. A clock tower with three clocks adorns the main entrance, while the city's historic coat of arms is set into the east facade. The building is protected as a cultural monument of national significance and, together with the Banya Bashi Mosque across the street and the nearby synagogue, forms an important historic ensemble.

Today, visitors find a modern shopping and entertainment destination. After a comprehensive renovation completed in 2000, the hall has housed a Kaufland store since June 2024. The first floor is designed as a gallery and is home to cafés and restaurants. In the basement, you can also see the remains of the Roman fortress wall of the ancient city of Serdica. The market hall is therefore not only a place for everyday shopping but also a gathering place that combines the historic significance of the site with modern offerings.