Roman Thermae, Hisarya
The Roman baths in the town of Hisarya are one of the best preserved ancient Roman baths in Bulgaria. They date back to the end of the 2nd century AD and functioned until the end of the 3rd century. The baths are part of the ancient Roman city of Diocletianopolis, which was a popular destination for rest and healing because of its natural mineral springs.
The Baths were built during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who was famous for his campaign against Christian persecution. It is believed that the Baths were built as part of a larger complex that included a palace, theatre and other public buildings. The Thermae had an important social function in the life of the city, serving as a meeting and resting place.
The Baths were built during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who was famous for his campaign against Christian persecution. It is believed that the Baths were built as part of a larger complex that included a palace, theatre and other public buildings. The Thermae had an important social function in the life of the city, serving as a meeting and resting place.
Ancient Roman town of Diocletianopolis
Diocletianopolis, also known as Hisarya, is an ancient Roman town located in central Bulgaria. The city was founded in 293 AD. It quickly became an important administrative centre and spa resort due to its numerous mineral springs. The urban plan of Diocletianopolis follows the traditional layout of Roman cities, with a rectangular shape and wide streets oriented in the four cardinal directions. Inside the city there were fortified walls with four gates. One of the most notable structures in Diocletianopolis is the massive fortress wall, which covers an area of about 180 acres. [...]
