Pliska Fortress, Archaeological reserve and museum in Pliska, Bulgaria
The archaeological complex spans 23 square kilometers, featuring defensive walls, a palace complex, and the remains of the Great Basilica cathedral.
Established as the first capital of the Bulgarian state by Khan Asparuh in 681, Pliska served as the administrative center until 893.
The Professor Rasho Rashev Archaeological Museum displays artifacts and objects illustrating daily life from the 7th to 10th centuries.
The site lies 23 kilometers from Shumen and 70 kilometers from Varna, requiring private transportation as no public transit serves the location.
The Cyrillic Courtyard contains stone sculptures of all 30 letters of the Bulgarian alphabet alongside statues of historical figures.
Location: Pliska
Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria
GPS coordinates: 43.39139,27.13278
Latest update: May 13, 2025 05:52
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