BNT 1 () is a Bulgarian-language public television station founded in 1959. The headquarters are located in Sofia, Bulgaria. BNT 1 is run by Bulgarian National Television.
History
First trial broadcasts began on 7 November, broadcasting it on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm (EET).
When it was initially launched, the channel was called simply Bulgarian Television (Българска телевизия), as it was the only channel available. The channel was officially broadcast on 26 December at 11am (EET), with the opening of the Sofia Television Station. Prominent figures include Valko Chervenkov, and participated at the ceremony.