City
Pleven

Pleven is located in the central part of Mizia, equidistant from the Danube river and mountain Stara Planina. Even today the city of Pleven has kept its cultural and historical heritage and is therefore known as a city of museums. The earliest traces of life and human activities on these lands belong to the end of the fifth millennium BC About 200 monuments remind to the battles that were fought in these places. In the center of the city's Square Vazrajdane 5-Mausoleum is the tomb of Russian and Romanian soldiers killed during the Russo-Turkish War. Another attraction is the Panorama Pleven Epic ", which is located on a hilltop. Established in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Siege of Pleven, like the Borodin Panorama in Moscow. Near it is located, alternately, that General Mikhail Skobelev attacked thrice. In his honor around the park is called Panorama Skobelev.

Besides the monuments of the Russian-Turkish war, the territory of the park Kailaka are the foundations of a Roman fortress Storgozia. Built in late antiquity - 4-6 century, an area of ​​31 acres. Preserved and restored are: defense system, an early Christian basilica horeum. Basilica sizes 45 to 22 meters is nave, triabsidna with a colonnade on the south side. Kailuka park is a favorite place for recreation of Pleven and the visitors of the town, situated amidst old trees. The area hosts a rich and diverse flora and fauna which are found unique to Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula plants and many birds and mammals are included in the Red Book of Bulgaria. Be sure to visit the museum "Tsar Liberator II. Vatzov family house was built on the eve of the Russo-Turkish War of 1877/78, with its rich internal framework, it is a typical example of Renaissance urban life. From 12 to 22 December in this house lived the first military governor of Pleven gene. MD Skobelev. In creating the museum / 1904-1907 on / around the house is a beautiful park with original fence, exposed two batteries of Russian guns and busts of famous commanders of Russian and Romanian armies. Mausoleum St. George is a symbol of the town of Pleven. Located on the Square Vazrajdane in the city center. To St. Nicholas Church is located Theatre Ivan Radoev and building, which houses a monument of architecture of national importance. In 1982 was built Water Complex in the center of Pleven area of ​​10 acres, consisting of three unique water cascades, mirrors and water fountains. The combination of water and light is unique. Entire water complex is an exciting series of fountains and obstacles which are particularly spectacular at night when combining the brilliance of the fountains and the effects of illumination. If you think you missed something, visit the Regional History Museum holidays entrance is free.