History of Plovdiv The city of Plovdiv is situated in southern Bulgaria. During its long history it has been conquered by numerous peoples: Thracians, Macedon, Romans, Byzantines, …

Jul 11, 2024 · Considered the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe, Plovdiv in Bulgaria has a history and prehistory that dates back 8,000 years.

Plovdiv repeatedly changed hands during the Middle Ages until 1364, when it was taken by the Turks, who called it Philibé. After the Russo-Turkish War (1877–78), it became capital of …

Aug 24, 2025 · Explore Plovdiv's rich history, from ancient Thracian settlements to a vibrant European Capital of Culture. Discover Roman ruins, Ottoman heritage, and Bulgarian Revival …

Explore the rich history of Plovdiv, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities. From its early Thracian roots to being a cultural center in modern Bulgaria, discover key events and …

Discover Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s oldest city, rich in history, culture, and ancient ruins. A place where the past meets vibrant modern life.

With a history spanning over 8,000 years, this city is older than Rome, Athens, and even Constantinople. Its strategic location along the Maritsa River made it a crossroads of …

Plovdiv is all in one: a Thracian and classical Greek polis, the pride of Philip of Macedon, the capital of Thrace under the Roman Empire, a centre of Byzantinism, a stronghold of the …

Nov 27, 2024 · Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second-largest city, is a vibrant tapestry of history and culture that spans over 8,000 years. As one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, Plovdiv …

Plovdiv is in a fertile region of south-central Bulgaria on the two banks of the Maritsa River. The city has historically developed on seven syenite hills, some of which are 250 metres (820 feet) …