The Old wall, Sofia
The Old Wall is a historical landmark in Sofia, located in the Lozenets district, near the Seminary. It dates back to the Ottoman era and is one of the few remaining fragments of the fortress wall that once surrounded the city.
The old wall was built in the 16th century during the reign of Suleyman the Magnificent. It was part of a larger fortress system designed to protect the city from attack. The wall was about 4 kilometres long and had a total of four gates, one of which is still preserved today.
The fragment of the wall that stands today is 8 meters high. It was built of large stone blocks without using mortar to join them. The gate, known as the Kyustendil Gate, is the only surviving gate from the wall.
The Old Wall is an important historical monument that reflects the rich past of the city. It serves as a reminder of the city's role in the Ottoman Empire and its importance as a strategic centre.
The old wall was built in the 16th century during the reign of Suleyman the Magnificent. It was part of a larger fortress system designed to protect the city from attack. The wall was about 4 kilometres long and had a total of four gates, one of which is still preserved today.
The fragment of the wall that stands today is 8 meters high. It was built of large stone blocks without using mortar to join them. The gate, known as the Kyustendil Gate, is the only surviving gate from the wall.
The Old Wall is an important historical monument that reflects the rich past of the city. It serves as a reminder of the city's role in the Ottoman Empire and its importance as a strategic centre.
