The remains of the ancient town can be visited
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Ancient Town Serdica (Sofia (София))
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The ancient city of Serdica, now located in the heart of Sofia, holds the fascinating remains of a settlement whose history spans over 5000 years. Once a flourishing metropolis and a strategically important hub, its ruins bear witness to Bulgaria's rich past.
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The origins of Serdica date back to the 7th century BC, when the Thracian tribe of Serdi founded a settlement that gave the city its name. In 339 BC, it fell under the rule of Philip II of Macedon. After the Roman conquest in 29 BC, the Roman
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