The fortress Serdica

In 100 AD, the city was conquered by the Romans. Wherever Romans ruled, they left behind them amazing stronghold structures. Serdika was the favorite city of Constantine, the Great, who was famous for the expression: “Serdika is my Rome!” This fortress is one of the most prominent structures, in the first centuries of Roman rule. A large part of Serdika lies underneath Sofia’s buildings. In the very heart of Sofia, the archeologists have opened for our gates to the past.

There are 80 Amphitheaters around the world and one of the biggest was in Serdika – historical and cultural heritage in Sofia, because of which, the capital of Bulgaria can measure itself with Athens and Rome. The amphitheater was an imposing building, it could host around 3200 people, therefore archeologists have reasons to believe that the Second Ecumenical Council took place there. For those fascinated with history will be amazed at how much has been preserved and beautifully exposed to the visitors.

Ulpia Serdica

Eastern Gateway

Western Gateway

Northern Gateway

Triangle Turret

Northeastern Turret

Streets

Insula № 1

Insula № 2

St. Sofia Basilica

St. George Rotunda

City Council (Bouleutherion)

Building with octagon east of St George

Southern building with octagon

Building with stores

Building south of St George Church

Building with rotunda

Building with yard

Amphitheatre