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Stara Zagora Travel Guide: 16 reviews and 30 photos

Location

STARA ZAGORA - a town at the southeastern foot of Surnena Gora Mountain, 231 km east of Sofia. Population of 150 000. A junction of the railway lines Sofia-Plovdiv-Bourgas and Rouse-Podkova.

History of Stara Zagora

The Stara Zagora Region, located at the crossroads of multiple civilizations, has a particular glow coming out of its past - hidden in the depth of millennia. Inhabited by Thracians, Ancient Greeks, Romans, Slavs, Ottomans, and Bulgarians, this antique land bears the immortal historical testimony of its past civilizations. Stara Zagora's Neolithic dwellings (the earliest traces of human activity in Europe from the 7th - 6th millennium BC); the Karasura archaeological excavations near Chirpan; the ruins of the ancient Roman Forum at the center of Stara Zagora, and the Thracian tomb in Kazanlak are among its countless historical treasures.

The town of Stara Zagora has been burned to the ground and raised from ashes in a number of devastating fires. Less than 150 years ago, it was resurrected from ruins. Stone by stone and brick by brick, it was rebuilt. It has entered the modern era as an important cultural center and as a vital thriving community with tree-lined streets, lively cafes and beautiful parks.

Last visit to Stara Zagora: Apr 1996
Intro Updated Jan 30, 2003
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Reviews (4)

NEOLITHIC DWELLINGS Things to Do (2)

Remains of two houses from a settlement of the Neolithic age, dating from the 6th millenium BC, in Stara Zagora are... more travel advice

GEO MILEV HOUSE Things to Do (2)

The Geo Milev House and gardens, dedicated to the life and writings of the famous Bulgarian poet and writer, are located... more travel advice

Dining Favorites (1)

Stara Zagora is a city with a wide range of culinary delights with offerings ranging from traditional Bulgarian "mehana"... more travel advice

Zagorka Complex Hotels (1)

Zagorka Lake in the north-eastern part of town has 60 beds and four apartments, lakeside restaurant, cafe, conference... more travel advice

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fabrice Jul 16, 2008 at 12:15 AM

interesting crossroads , near greece and a little ottoman atmosphere also
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zlatiq Nov 24, 2005 at 8:12 AM

i like Geo MIlev, but i haven;t been to his house-museum;what a shame!thanks for the info:)
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CharleneP Feb 5, 2003 at 11:43 AM

Nice Stara Zagora Page! :o)
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sim1 Feb 9, 2002 at 5:57 AM

Great page with good information!