Novae, Roman archaeological site near Svishtov, Bulgaria
The fortress of Novae extends over 18 hectares on multiple terraced levels, reaching 30 meters in height along the Danube riverbank.
The Roman military settlement of Novae, established in 45 AD by Legio VIII Augusta, served as a strategic fortress for controlling river crossings in Moesia.
Archaeological teams have uncovered multiple structures including a military hospital, headquarters, religious buildings, and residential areas dating from different Roman periods.
Visitors can reach Novae by taking a bus from Sofia or Rousse to Svishtov, then traveling 4 kilometers east along the road to the archaeological site.
The site contains preserved remnants of an advanced aqueduct system, bath complexes, and defensive walls that transformed from wooden structures to stone fortifications.
Location: Svishtov
Part of: Frontiers of the Roman Empire - The Danube Limes in Bulgaria, Danubian Limes
GPS coordinates: 43.61380,25.39395
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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