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Plovdiv (Bulgarian: Пловдив, pronounced [ˈpɫɔvdif]) is the second-largest city in Bulgaria, 93 miles southeast of the capital Sofia. It had a population of 371 536 as of 2024 [update] and 675,000 in the greater metropolitan area.
Apr 15, 2024 · Diving into Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second-largest city, is a journey through a beautifully preserved past and a vibrant present. From wandering the cobbled lanes of Plovdiv Old Town to marveling at the Ancient Roman ruins, each step is steeped in history.
Bulgaria, Europe. With an easy grace, Plovdiv mingles invigorating nightlife among millennia-old ruins. Like Rome, Plovdiv straddles seven hills; but as Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city, it’s far more ancient.
Plovdiv is a lot of things. A city built on Seven Hills, with glorious views all around. A historic powerhouse, where you can marvel at Roman ruins even inside the local H&M. A former European Capital of Culture, filled with great museums and restaurants.
Dec 4, 2017 · It’s one of the oldest cities in Europe. Emerging destination: Bulgaria's Plovdiv remains relatively unknown to most travelers, but it's beginning to feature on more and more Balkan...
Mar 7, 2020 · The car-free cobblestone streets of old Plovdiv are a joy, where traditional homes blend with Plovdiv’s roman ruins. Most of the houses in this part of the city, particularly on Ulitsa Saborna, are half-timbered and some of the richer examples are painted in vivid colours.
Today, Plovdiv is Bulgaria’s second-largest city and continues to be bustling with life. It’s much calmer than Sofia but still packed with creative charm. Discover ancient ruins, artisan antique shops and artistic happenings – all in the historic heart of Plovdiv.
