The eastern gate of Philippopolis officially open doors for visitors after conservation and restoration of the ancient complex. Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov, Chairman of the Municipal Council Atanas Uzunov, deputy mayors, regional mayors, the former mayor of Plovdiv Zdravko Dimitrov, members of the project management team, citizens attended the opening of the newest archaeological jewel of Plovdiv.
“The eastern gate of Filipopol is one of the most impressive archaeological finds of Plovdiv, which testifies to its rich history. Together with the Roman Forum and the Odeon, this is another destination that will be a point of the city’s cultural tourism,” said Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov and added that the entire area around the site has also been improved.
Archaeologist Maya Martinova, who has been actively working on the restoration of the site in recent years, noted that the importance of the archaeological complex is extremely important for the history of Plovdiv.
“Here, in the process of the archaeological survey, we established the presence of a cultural layer from the Hellenistic era, which is of particular importance for the topographical development of the ancient city. Here is also the widest street discovered on the territory of Bulgaria since the ancient era. The pavement we are standing on today is perfectly preserved and absolutely original,” emphasized Maya Martinova.
The restoration and exhibition of the Eastern Gate is part of the project “Along the fortress walls of Philippopolis”, financed under the OP “Regions in Growth”.
The graduates of the National High School for Stage and Screen Arts and the National School of Music and Dance “Dobrin Petkov” took care of the festive mood of the guests during the opening.
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Q: What future plans are there for further archaeological discoveries or enhancements around the Eastern Gate site?
As a website editor for world-today-news.com, I had the pleasure of interviewing two guests about the recently opened eastern gate of Philippopolis in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The guests were Maya Martinova, an archaeologist who has been actively involved in the restoration of the site, and Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov, who attended the official opening ceremony.
**Thematic Section 1: Historical Significance of Eastern Gate of Philippopolis**
Q: Could you please tell us more about the historical significance of the eastern gate of Philippopolis? Why is it such an important archaeological find for Plovdiv?
Maya Martinova: The eastern gate of Philippopolis is one of the most impressive archaeological finds for Plovdiv as it testifies to its rich history. Here, during the archaeological survey, we established the presence of a cultural layer from the Hellenistic era, which is of particular importance for the topographical development of the ancient city. Moreover, this site also marks the location of the widest street discovered on the territory of Bulgaria since the ancient era. The preserved pavement under our feet today is original and absolutely stunning.
Q: How does the opening of the Eastern Gate impact the cultural tourism of Plovdiv?
Kostadin Dimitrov: The Eastern Gate is another archaeological jewel that enhances the cultural tourism of Plovdiv. Together with the Roman Forum and the Odeon, this site offers a unique glimpse into the past of our city. The entire area around the site has been greatly improved, making it more accessible and attractive to visitors.
**Thematic Section 2: Conservation and Restoration Efforts**
Q: What were some of the challenges your team faced during the conservation and restoration process of the Eastern Gate?
Maya Martinova: We faced several challenges during the restoration process. Firstly, we had to ensure that the original structure was preserved as much as possible. This meant avoiding any interference with the ancient construction techniques and materials. Secondly, we had to create a safe environment for visitors while maintaining the authenticity of the site. we had to integrate the restored gate within the overall landscape of the archaeological complex, which posed some architectural challenges.
Q: How have
