In the north of Bulgaria is the city of Pleven and its location has made it an interesting spot to visit for anyone who is traveling to the country. It is considered the biggest economic center of Bulgaria and has a rich and detailed history that you would want to explore. If you are planning to take a trip to Pleven, Bulgaria, you can opt for one of the affordable packages that VACATIONING EUROPE has to offer. Some of the best sites to visit in the city are:
St. George The Conqueror Chapel Museum
This particular chapel is a memorial as well as a mausoleum and was named after the patron saint of soldiers, Saint George. Constructed between 1903 and 1907, it is dedicated to the Romanian and Russian soldiers who lost their lives in the Siege of Plevna in 1877. Their remains have been buried in the mausoleum and it boasts a Neo-Byzantine style. The Pleven Coat of Arms display the St. George Chapel.
Skobelev Park
This particular park is another one of the various historic landmarks that you will find throughout Pleven and was built on the location of the Siege of Plevna. The construction took place between 1904 and 1907 and it has been named after Mikhail Skobelev, the Russian General leading the forces in the Siege of Plevna. The park has 9 common graves that store the remains of the soldiers who died there and an ossuary can also be found. Plus, you will also see Russian cannons scattered throughout the park.
Svetlin Rusev Donative Exhibition
If you are an art lover, you should check out this art exhibition that boasts about 400 works that were donated by Svetlin Rusev, the famous Bulgarian artist. They include masterpieces from both foreign and Bulgarian artists. Rusev had first made a donation in 1984, which comprised of 322 works and another donation was made in 1999, which comprised of 82 more works.
As far as the building that houses the exhibition is concerned, it has three floors and was once used as the public baths in Pleven until 1970.
Kaylaka
Another important site to check out whentraveling to Plevin is this park, which is in the south of the city. Forces of nature have shaped and carved the park as it exists in the Karst Valley. The River Touchenitsa has been cutting through the valley’s limestone rocks for centuries, leading to a small gorge. There are lots of flora and fauna, along with mammals and birds to check out.