"Medzhidi tabiya" Fortress
"Medzhidi tabiya" fortress was built in the period 1841 - 1853. It is located on one of the beautiful hills near the town of Silistra, in the immediate vicinity of the television tower. The fortress was built by forcibly gathered 300 Bulgarians, who were then exiled to Anatolia in order not to reveal the secret. Today, in the visitor's part of the fortress, you will see well-preserved corridors, tunnels, bunkers and hidden niches, and in a separate part of the premises and in the courtyard, interesting archival and weapons exhibits are exhibited. The fortress wall has the shape of a hexagon and reaches a height of up to 8 m. Immediately next to it there is a moat, which served both as an obstacle and as a disguise. The fortress was effectively used during the Crimean War. Later, military actions and fierce battles were fought here during the Russo-Turkish War of Independence. [...]
Tuida Fortress
Fortress "Tuida" is a late antique and medieval fortress located on the hill "Hisarlaka" in the northeastern part of Sliven. It was built in the 4th century AD and was one of the most important fortresses in the region in the Middle Ages. In the past the area was inhabited by Thracian tribes, ancient Romans, medieval Bulgarians. Tourists can see the different parts of the walls, towers and entrance gates of the fortress. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. From the site of the fortress you can enjoy a unique view of the park "Sini kamani" and the town of Sliven. [...]
