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One Bulgarian small and little known town that has intriguing and long history is situated 25 km away from Preslav, 103 km away from Bourgas and slightly over 360 km away from the capital of Sofia.
Smiadovo is comfortably hidden in the folds of eastern Stara Planina Mountain. Archaeological discoveries from the region prove the theory that Smiadovo existed long time ago. Researchers have discovered nine mounds, which serve as evidence that the settlement was a residential center back in the 4th and 5th centuries BC.
A major road passed through the region and the settlement probably appeared near it.
Ottoman registers mention Smiadovo as far back as in 1573.
Several legends explain the origin of Smiadovo’s name. During the Ottoman reign, the husband of the beautiful Smiada was killed. Devastated by his death, Smiada decided to relocate together with her sons. She chose the region and one of her sons became a prominent revolutionary striving for Bulgarian liberation.
One of Smiadovo’s landmarks is the bridge-monument constructed over Smiadovska River. The bridge connects the central part of town to the revival complex created to honor the struggle of all Smiadovo soldiers who died in wars from 1912 to 1918.
The revival complex itself is an intriguing attraction. It includes a renovated school dating back to 1846, an art gallery and St. Archangel Michael church constructed in 1869.
Smiadovo residents are proud of the special type of sausage prepared there using a secret recipe. Its production started back in 1924.
Nazlumova mound is situated near Smiadovo. Archaeologists discovered there seven layers representing villages that existed in the region. According to researchers, at least 25 families lived in the area. All residential buildings are rectangular. Various artifacts among which tools, knifes, weapons and dishes were found, giving information about the evolution of the region over the centuries.
A Thracian tomb was discovered a kilometer northeast of Smiadovo in 2000. The tomb dates back to the 4th century BC. The tomb is unique, since a writing was discovered inside it.
If you enjoy spending time in nature, Smiadovo and the region surrounding the town will please you. Nature landmark Sofata is located nearby. It represents a massive rock that is surrounded by centuries-old forests. Long time ago, Thracian used the rock as a sacrificial ground.
Skoka region is also nearby. It was named a nature landmark in 2006. You will discover a beautiful waterfall flowing out of the rock and falling for 50 m. A set of stair was created to allow visitors to explore Skoka waterfall.
An ecopath will take you to these landmarks and to the two caves in the region of Smiadovo. The path is eight km long.
Smiadovo is comfortably hidden in the folds of eastern Stara Planina Mountain. Archaeological discoveries from the region prove the theory that Smiadovo existed long time ago. Researchers have discovered nine mounds, which serve as evidence that the settlement was a residential center back in the 4th and 5th centuries BC.
A major road passed through the region and the settlement probably appeared near it.
Ottoman registers mention Smiadovo as far back as in 1573.
Several legends explain the origin of Smiadovo’s name. During the Ottoman reign, the husband of the beautiful Smiada was killed. Devastated by his death, Smiada decided to relocate together with her sons. She chose the region and one of her sons became a prominent revolutionary striving for Bulgarian liberation.
One of Smiadovo’s landmarks is the bridge-monument constructed over Smiadovska River. The bridge connects the central part of town to the revival complex created to honor the struggle of all Smiadovo soldiers who died in wars from 1912 to 1918.
The revival complex itself is an intriguing attraction. It includes a renovated school dating back to 1846, an art gallery and St. Archangel Michael church constructed in 1869.
Smiadovo residents are proud of the special type of sausage prepared there using a secret recipe. Its production started back in 1924.
Nazlumova mound is situated near Smiadovo. Archaeologists discovered there seven layers representing villages that existed in the region. According to researchers, at least 25 families lived in the area. All residential buildings are rectangular. Various artifacts among which tools, knifes, weapons and dishes were found, giving information about the evolution of the region over the centuries.
A Thracian tomb was discovered a kilometer northeast of Smiadovo in 2000. The tomb dates back to the 4th century BC. The tomb is unique, since a writing was discovered inside it.
If you enjoy spending time in nature, Smiadovo and the region surrounding the town will please you. Nature landmark Sofata is located nearby. It represents a massive rock that is surrounded by centuries-old forests. Long time ago, Thracian used the rock as a sacrificial ground.
Skoka region is also nearby. It was named a nature landmark in 2006. You will discover a beautiful waterfall flowing out of the rock and falling for 50 m. A set of stair was created to allow visitors to explore Skoka waterfall.
An ecopath will take you to these landmarks and to the two caves in the region of Smiadovo. The path is eight km long.
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