Tsari Mali Grad, Roman fortress in Verila Mountain, Bulgaria
The fortress extends across 10 acres on the hill of St. Spas, featuring restored stone walls, defensive towers, and three temples built upon each other.
Built in the third century during Emperor Diocletian's reign, the fortress protected vital mountain routes connecting Serdica to other Roman settlements until 578 AD.
Archaeological excavations revealed golden coins, bronze artifacts, weapons, and religious items indicating the presence of Thracian, Roman, and Byzantine civilizations at the site.
Located 60 kilometers from Sofia near Belchin village, the fortress complex opened in 2013 following extensive restoration work funded by European Union development programs.
The site contains three religious temples constructed in different periods, with discoveries including coins from Emperor Justinian and remains from the Great Migration period.
Location: Samokov
Location: Belchin
Location: Sofia
Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria
Address: ул. „Христо Ботев”, село Белчин 2025
Website: https://carimaligrad.com
GPS coordinates: 42.35386,23.38191
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:22
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