Plovdiv – Old town

Oil on canvas.

Plovdiv is the first Bulgarian town honored as a European Capital of Culture, the most prestigious cultural initiative of the European Union.

Plovdiv is an ancient city built around 7 hills, in southern Bulgaria. The Regional Archaeological Museum chronicles the city’s history, with exhibits including mosaic panels, clay lamps and early coins. The Roman-era Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, which once seated around 6,000, now hosts opera and concerts.

Plovdiv – Old town