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Old Plovdiv - an architectural and historical reserve
The most interesting place to visit is Old Plovdiv - an architectural and historical reserve, situated on the Three Hills: Bounardzhika, Nebbet, and Sahat Tepe. Here picturesque houses of the National Revival stand close to ruins from antiquity. The central part of the town was formed towards the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The influence of European styles in architecture can be traced. The ancient theatre has been restored, its stage being used even today. Another tourist site is the

The Plovdiv houses
Old Plovdiv's greatest wealth are its houses dating back to the years of the Bulgarian National Revival, remarkable for their masterful layout, impressive appearance and rich outer and inner design. Most of these were built towards the end of the 19th century. Some have been turned into museums.

Recommended sights
Visitors would also appreciate visiting: -the old churches St. Nedelya and St. Marina -the Craftsmen's market in Strumna Street -the Museum of book publishing, arranged in the house of the renowned enlightener and publisher Hristo G. Danov -the Ancient Stadium in the centre of the town -the Archaeological museum that offers an exposition of unique exhibits of various historical periods - the golden treasure of Panagyurishte (4th-3rd centuries BC replica), silver pots, painted ceramics, ancient capitals, friezes etc. -Imaret and Dzhoumaya Mosques -the clock-tower on Sahat Tepe etc.

The modern town
The modern town is a trade and culture centre. It is a bustle of museums, churches, banks, hotels, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, shops, bars, bazaars, music clubs, casinos etc. Here rest the ruins of a Roman stadium and remnants of the Roman forum, here you can also see several mosques and original Turkish baths. The modern centre provides entertainment and rich cultural life.


Classical concerts take place at the Plovdiv Philharmonic Orchestra's concert hall, here in January the winter festival of Symphony Music is held. The Opera is near the concert hall. The Mesalitinov Theatre is the venue for classical drama, child shows, and modern theatre. The building of the TV centre and the Radio, and the biggest cinemas are situated in the modern city. On the premises of the Fair Camp different international exhibitions and expos are held all year round.

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