Sostra, Roman fortress near Lomets, Bulgaria
The Sostra fortress occupies a strategic position along the Osam River valley, featuring ancient walls that extend up to 11 meters in height.
Romans constructed this military fortress in the 2nd century BC as a crucial station connecting the provinces of Lower Moesia and Thrace.
Archaeological findings at Sostra include silver coins, pottery pieces, and a Thracian mask from the 5th-4th century BC, now displayed at Sofia's National History Museum.
The fortress remains are visible from the railway track, with road signs marking its location on the route between Troyan and Lovech.
The site contains remnants of urban Roman infrastructure, including water pipes, street fragments, and a sanitary sewer system from ancient times.
Location: Lomets
GPS coordinates: 42.98485,24.67197
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:01
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