The city is known for its ancient Roman theatre, cobblestone streets and its quirky Old Town. The Ancient Theatre is Plovdiv's most famous cultural landmark - it sits on a hill overlooking the city.

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The old town is a winding warren of charming streets ... contemporary art scene that was given a huge boost in 2019 when Plovdiv was named European City of Culture. And oenophiles will be in ...