{"id":4244,"date":"2022-07-25T07:18:06","date_gmt":"2022-07-25T07:18:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelshelper.com\/bulgaria\/?p=4244"},"modified":"2022-07-31T19:10:14","modified_gmt":"2022-07-31T19:10:14","slug":"stara-zagora","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelshelper.com\/bulgaria\/stara-zagora\/","title":{"rendered":"Stara Zagora"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Stara Zagora is situated in the heart of Bulgaria \u2013 at the confluence of the green Sredna Gora Mountain and the golden Thrace valley. It is one of the biggest cities in the nation, with a population of 160,500. It is 230 kilometers from Sofia and 180 kilometers from Bourgas.<\/p>

Stara Zagora is a town that is experiencing rapid growth. It is a university town with a colorful history and a plethora of scientific and cultural organizations.<\/p>

The town\u2019s cultural and historical heritage is the result of an eight-thousand-year history, which can be traced through the extensive archives of the Regional History Museum; the Museum of \u201eThe Neolithic Dwellings,\u201c which houses the best-preserved Neolithic dwellings in Europe from the middle of the sixth century BC; the Antique Forum of Augusta Trayana; the \u201eDefenders of Stara Zagora 1877\u201c Memorial Complex, the \u201eGeo Milev\u201c Museum, the Art<\/p>

The celebrations and festivals that take place here throughout the seasons contribute to the city\u2019s unique atmosphere: the Festival of Masquerade Games, the National Festival of Bulgarian Folklore and Traditional Bulgarian Dishes, the National Thracian Folklore Convention in the \u201eVirgin Mary\u2019s footprint\u201c neighborhood, the \u201eJazz Forum Stara Zagora\u201c Festival, the International Puppet Theatre Festival for Adults \u201ePierrot,\u201c the Youth Festival of Arts \u201eA Different Look,\u201c and numerous other fest<\/p>

Stara Zagora\u2019s \u201egreen\u201c streets, large parks, and gardens are a true gem. Ayazmoto Park, the town\u2019s largest park, is a popular spot for relaxation and sports. It was founded in 1895 under Metropolitan Metodi Kussev\u2019s suggestion. Today, over 150 exotic plant species thrive on 320 acres of land. There is a zoo on its grounds with over 80 kinds of animals from throughout the globe, a Hall of Laughter with distorted mirrors, a vast playground for outdoor exercise, and a summer theater.<\/p>

The Stara Zagora mineral baths are located 15 kilometers from the town on the slopes of the Sarnena Sredna Gora Mountain. They are a great spot to come and rest throughout the year due to their pure air, pleasant atmosphere, mineral water, and accommodating hotels. The \u201eVirgin Mary\u2019s footprint\u201c location is nearby. According to tradition, the Holy Mother walked through there once and imprinted a footprint in the stone, which has retained water ever since, even during periods of extreme drought. There is a church dedicated to the \u201eVirgin Birth.\u201c<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Stara Zagora - Introduction<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Geography and climate of Stara Zagora<\/h3>

Stara Zagora is located in the geographical center of Bulgaria and is connected to the rest of the nation as well as neighboring Turkey, Greece, and Romania by major highways and railways. You can reach all three nations in less than four hours over extremely good highways.<\/p>

Stara Zagora is protected from the north winds by the mountains of Sredna Gora and the Balkans. As a result, the city has very mild winters, lengthy springs, and autumns. Summers in the city are bearable and not very hot, owing to the abundance of trees. The fertile soils and geographical location were the primary reasons for the 8000-year existence.<\/p>

Population of Stara Zagora<\/h3>

Prior to its freedom from Ottoman dominion, Stara Zagora was arguably the largest city in what is now Bulgaria. However, the city was devastated and burnt by the Turkish army during the 1877\u20131878 Liberation War. Stara Zagora\u2019s population plummeted to about 16,000 in the first decade after Bulgaria\u2019s freedom in the 1880s. Since then, it has grown decade by decade, mostly due to migration from rural regions and neighboring smaller towns, reaching a high of more over 160,000. Following this, the population began to decline, mostly as a result of migration to the capital city of Sofia or elsewhere.<\/p>

Individuals who identified their ethnic identification in the 2011 census were allocated as follows:<\/p>