The history of Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second largest city after Sofia, spans 6,000 years and includes periods of Thracian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman occupation, all of which can be seen in its attractive architecture. The old town has been extensively renovated with many painted façades, particularly from the Bulgarian Revival period in the 19th century. Here are just a few examples.
Oriel windows are very common in Plovdiv, to provide maximum lightPetko R. Slaveykov HouseThe tower of the church of Saints Konstantin and ElenaThis house in Strumna Street has a series of oriel windows, making maximum use of light in a narrow streetHere you can see several different types of façadesAnother oriel window on the house of Louka BalabanovLamartine, the French poet, lived here for a short timeHindlyan house, one of the oldest and most richly decoratedThe ethnographic museumThe blue house
5 thoughts on “Monday’s Travel Photos – Plovdiv Old Town, Bulgaria”
Wow, the houses are gorgeous! So much history, it looks a beautiful city to visit.
Might have to add Bulgaria to the list!
Wow, the houses are gorgeous! So much history, it looks a beautiful city to visit.
Might have to add Bulgaria to the list!
Plovdiv is very beautiful. Did you see the post on Rila Monastery, which is quite fabulous! http://www.aussieinfrance.com/2013/10/fabulous-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-in-bulgaria/
I am really pleased to see your expressive pictures from my native part of the town!Warmest regards from Anna and Rumen
Ah, we loved Plovdiv, Anna. Watch for the next post about our visit with some very lovely people!