Pliska

Pliska is a town in the region of Shumen, established by Khan Asparuh in 681 and the first capital of Bulgaria till 893. Many years of archaeological studies reveal the remnants of an “external” and an “internal” city, a Throne palace, a Small castle, a pagan temple, palace church, water reservoir, baths, economic and residential buildings, whereas 1,5 km from the Eastern gate – the foundations of an impressive cathedral - the Large basilica, were found. The revealed remnants are conserved and constitute an open museum.