Museum of Shapes
✨ Short Description
The Museum of Shapes, opened in 2018 in Bozioru, Buzău County, is an interactive museum dedicated to trovants, mysterious geological formations with unusual shapes. Using Augmented Reality, the museum allows visitors to “communicate” with trovants, exploring the Earth’s evolution over 12 million years. It is part of the “Ținutul Buzăului” Geopark project, promoting the unique geological and cultural heritage of the region.
📜 History of the Location
The Museum of Shapes was inaugurated in 2018 as a project of the “Ținutul Buzăului” Association, in collaboration with local authorities from Bozioru commune. Its purpose is to protect and promote the trovants of Ulmet and the wider Buzău Land. The Augmented Reality technology used in the museum offers visitors an interactive and engaging experience.
⭐ Importance and Uniqueness of the Location
The museum focuses on trovants, also known as “living stones” or “children of the Earth”, famous for their unusual, almost sculptural forms. These formations are thought to symbolize strength and protection, deeply embedded in local folklore. Through Augmented Reality, visitors can take a journey through time, learning about the formation of trovants and the geological evolution of the region.
🐉 Local Myths and Stories
In local mythology, trovants are mystical stones that are believed to have special powers. Legends suggest that they were formed by prehistoric events, such as the receding of the sea and the rising of mountains. Many folk traditions see trovants as protective symbols, carrying ancient wisdom through their shapes and textures.
🗺️ What to Visit
The Trovants – Unique stone formations that can be explored both in nature and inside the museum.
Augmented Reality Exhibits – Interact with trovants using AR technology, making them “speak” and share their geological history.
Interactive Displays – Exhibitions explaining how trovants formed and evolved over millions of years.
Educational Sections – Discover the geology of Buzău Land and its other unique natural wonders.
📍 How to Get There
Location: Bozioru village, Bozioru commune, Buzău County
Access: Reachable by car, located within the Bozioru Tourist Information and Promotion Center.
Contact: +40 763 575 822 (Mirela Grozav, curator)
🔎 Things to Keep in Mind
Visiting Program:
Wednesday – Saturday: 08:00 – 16:30
Sunday: 08:00 – 14:00
Monday – Tuesday: Closed
Recommendations: Bring a mobile device (phone or tablet) to experience the Augmented Reality exhibits. If you don’t have one, the museum provides tablets for visitors.
⏳ Visiting Program and Fees
Admission: Free (fees may apply for special activities or guided tours).
Additional Fees: Possible charges for group activities or guided experiences.