Orlovi Skali, Megalith sanctuary in Ardino, Bulgaria.
The Orlovi Skali rock formation features 97 trapezoid niches carved into its western face, rising 30 meters above the surrounding forest landscape.
The site dates back to the late 2nd millennium BC, serving as a Thracian shrine where ancient rituals involved offerings through carved channels in the rock.
The network of stone niches represents traditional Thracian religious practices, with each niche possibly dedicated to different deities or ceremonial purposes.
Located 3 kilometers from Ardino city center, the site charges an entrance fee of 2 BGN for adults and 1 BGN for students.
The rock formation contains an intricate system of carved channels connecting circular basins, suggesting sophisticated liquid offering ceremonies during ancient times.
Location: Ardino
GPS coordinates: 41.56620,25.14600
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:39
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