BulgariaPhilippopolis was an ancient city located where modern Plovdiv, Bulgaria stands [1] [2]. Founded as a Thracian settlement, it became a major Roman urban center and capital of the province of Thracia [2]. Archaeological evidence shows habitation on the site dating back to the 6th millennium BC, making it one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities [2] [3].
Philippopolis, Thrace
Also known as: 플로브디프, Filibe, Filipopul, Filippopoli, Philippopolis, Philippoupolis, Plodviv, Plovdiv, Plovdiva, Plovdivas, Plovdiv (kapital sa rehiyon), Plovdiv (mesto)
| Type | City/town/settlement |
|---|---|
| Period | 500 BC - 1 AD |
| Country | Bulgaria |
| Coordinates | 42.1435° N, 24.7489° E |