Megalithic Portal: Latest from Bulgaria

Perperikon

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:24:03 GMT

]]>Bulgaria should seriously consider inviting Mongolian shamans to "enliven" its ancient sites, argues leading Bulgarian archeologist Prof. Nikolay Ovcharov.. Neolithic Rock sanctuary in Bulgaria. The earliest traces of human civilisation discovered so far at Perperikon were dated to the late Neolithic Period, 6th-5th millennium BCE. During the late Bronze Age in particular, 18th-12th century BCE, Perperikon saw its first heyday, which probably coincided with the peak of the Mycenaean and the Minoan civilisations.

Yunatsite

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:45:18 GMT

]]>Archaeologists have unearthed evidence of what is claimed as Europe's first civilization . Ancient Settlement in Bulgaria. A Tell (mound containing archaeological remains) about 110 metres in diameter and 12 metres high, rising above fields next to a small Bulgarian village of the same name.

Solnitsata

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:14:37 GMT

]]>Finds of an iron bridle and wooden chest containing two different sets of gold items reveal ancient Balkan civilizations as archaeologists appeal for funding for the dig to continue. Archaeologists in Bulgaria say they have uncovered the oldest prehistoric town found to date in Europe. The walled fortified settlement, near the modern town of Provadia, is thought to have been an important centre for salt production.

National Archaeological Museum of Bulgaria

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:51:15 GMT

. Large museum in the centre of Sofia. There are five halls, one of which covers prehistoric Bulgaria. Stone age, bronze age and early Greek settlements are covered.

Megalith near Eleshnitza, Razlog region

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:40:13 GMT

]]>. A dolmen or trilithon type structure near the village of Eleshnitza, Razlog region consisting of two large vertical stones (posts) supporting a third stone set horizontally across the top. The trilithon is still used to perform magical practices and rituals.

Starosel Tomb

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:01:04 GMT

]]>Bulgarian Archaeologists make new discoveries at Ancient Thracian Kings' Residence. Ancient Temple in Bulgaria. The most famous kings of the Odrysae were Teres and Sitalkes, who were among the prominent historical figures of their time. The important archaelogical discoveries made near the village of Starosel, Kazanluk area, are associated precisely with them. A peculiar temple-tomb was found there in an enormous mound, possibly intended for King Sitalkes.

Големият камbk

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 03:09:14 GMT

. Not Known (by us) in Municipality of Sredets.

Beglik Tash

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 10:19:27 GMT

]]>. Beglik Tash is a Thracian rock sanctuary situated on the southern Black Sea coast of Bulgaria, a few kilometers north of the city of Primorsko. A natural phenomenon of huge megaliths arranged and carved by a Thracian tribe and (it is claimed) later used for pagan ceremonies.

Perperikon Tombs

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 05:24:57 GMT

New tombs found near Perperikon in Bulgaria.. Rock Cut Tomb in BulgariaTombs and altar on hill 3Km south from the main Perperikon site.

Telish-L�ga

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 04:52:19 GMT

Bulgarian Archaeology. Multiple cultures and eras associated with sites near Telish. See comments.. Ancient Settlement and cemetery in Pleven District,A multi-component site with separate habitation horizons, although 5th Millennium BC Copper Age settlements have been most thoroughly investigated.