Madara Archeological Preserve

The archaeological preserve spans across a limestone plateau, featuring rock-hewn churches, monasteries, and numerous natural caves along its steep cliffs.

The site reveals continuous human habitation from the Stone Age through Roman times, with a significant Villa Rustica complex dating from the 2nd century.

The Madara Rider, carved into the rock face during the First Bulgarian Empire, represents medieval Bulgarian artistic and cultural achievements.

Visitors can access the preserve through guided tours that include the museum exhibition, archaeological remains, and walking paths to observation points.

The reserve contains more than 150 natural caves that were transformed into religious spaces, including churches, chapels, and monastic cells.

Location: Madara

Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria

GPS coordinates: 43.30000,27.15000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:42