History still presents in our lives

A great archaeological area or

monument(s) of my country – Bulgaria

• Bulgaria is a country with thousands of years of history, which is evident by the multiple remains of necropolises, antique towns and tomb stones. No doubt some of the most interesting proofs of life are the multiple golden and silver treasures, found in various parts of Bulgaria. A number of them provoke serious international interest and carry important information about ancient civilizations on present Bulgarian lands.

The Gold Treasure of Valchitran

• The Valchitran gold treasure was unearthed in 1925 in the village of Valchitran, Pleven. The biggest gold treasure known to the Bulgarian archaeology has very interesting small cups: they would stand in upright position only when filled with liquid!

• Four deep one-handle cups with their handles bent upwards

• A bowl characterized by its high swung handles, weighing over 4 kg

• A triple vessel, consisting of three almond-shaped pieces connected to each other with tubes, and with a handle with three branches forming a system of interconnected vessels.

The treasure of Rogozen • This treasure is

the biggest one , counting 165 silver vessels . It is unearthed in 1985 in the centre of the village of Rogozen (located in northern-west Bulgaria) in an empty plot of land, used many years as a vegetable garden.

• Тhe overall number of the items increased to 165 silver vessels – 54 jugs, 3 cups and 108 phialai. The decoration of found objects represents many scenes from the Thracian and Greek mythology, proof of the strong relationship and cultural exchanges between ancient Greeks and the Thracian tribes.

The Gold Treasure of Panagyurishte

• The gold treasure from Panagyurishte was found in 1949 near to Panagyurishte. This one-of-a-kind treasure consists of an extremely beautiful set with rich decorations and ornaments. It was used in feasts or in libations and rituals related to the Thracian mythology. It consists of 9 vessels made of pure 23-carat gold, weighing over 6 kg 

• Four of the rhytons are shaped as animals’ heads or torso – ram, goat, and two of them have fallow deer heads. The upper part of the rhytons is decorated with scenes and heroes from the Greek mythology.

Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak

• The Thracian tomb of Kazanlak is a unique aesthetic and artistic work, a masterpiece of the Thracian creative spirit. This monument is the only one of its kind anywhere in the world. The exceptionally well preserved frescos and the original condition of the structure reveal the remarkable evolution and high level of culture and pictorial art in Hellenistic Thrace.

Roman amphitheatre in Plovdiv

• The ancient theatre of Philippopolis is a historical building in the city center of Plovdiv(ancient Philippopolis), Bulgaria. Although this structure is commonly referred to as anamphitheatre, it is actually a traditional Roman theatre.

• The Roman amphitheatre was constructed at the time of emperor Marcus Aurelius (2nd Century BC). It was one of the most important public buildings of Trimontium, with impressive architecture and compelling magnificence. Its was constructed to seat between 5 and 7 thousand people to enjoy spectacular performances. Today the theatre is regularly used thought the summer season for all type of shows, concerts, bale and other performances.

The Madara Rider • The Madara Rider is

a unique relief, an exceptional work of art, created during the first years of the formation of the Bulgarian State, at the beginning of the 8th century. It is the only relief of its kind, having no parallel in Europe. It has survived in its authentic state, with no alternation in the past or the present.

Great Preslav

• Preslav was capital of the First Bulgarian Empire from 893 to 972. The ruins of the city are situated some 20 kilometers southwest of the regional city of Shumen and are currently a National Archeological Reserve. 

Rila Monastery • The monastery is a

complex of cultural, dwelling and farming buildings which take about 8800 square meters. The Rila Monastery has an unique architecture. Outside, the monastery looks like a fortress. It has 24-meter stone walls which forms irregular pentagon. 

Tsarevets castle • The castle

Tsarevets is situated in the picturesque town of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria. It is rising on its place from the time of the Second Bulgarian kingdom (1185 - 1393), and it was main castle of the old Bulgarian capital.

“Sound and light” • Nowadays people

can see on the castle an amazing show that includes dramatic music, colored lights, lasers and church bells. The show is telling about the great and tragic history of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. 

Famous architects and artists

• Petko Momchilov and Iordan Milanov are one of the famous Bulgarian architects.

• Ivan Markvichka and Anton Mitov are one of the famous artist

• Bulgarian Treasures and archeology are one of the famous in the world . People from different places come here to see the amazing things from the Bulgarian history….