The results of 20 years of archaeological research, restoration and preservation at Trapezitsa Hill in Veliko Tarnovo were officially presented on Tuesday. The presentation was attended by Deputy Minister of Culture Dr. Plamen Slavov, Bulgaria Academy of Science (BAS) President Corresponding Member Prof. Evelina Slavcheva, Director of the National Archaeological Institute with Museum at BAS Dr. Hristo Popov, Veliko Tarnovo Mayor Daniel Panov, Regional Governor Marin Bogomilov, Metropolitan Grigoriy of Veliko Tarnovo, former President Georgi Parvanov (2002–2012), as well as archaeologists, historians, architects, and museum specialists.
Popov emphasized that Trapezitsa is one of Bulgaria’s most important historical sites, recalling that archaeological work there began in 1879 and a long-term restoration programme was launched in 2006. Over the past two decades, researchers have uncovered remains spanning more than 4,500 years of human history, including the medieval period.
Panov thanked the archaeologists and specialists who have worked on Trapezitsa over the past two decades and announced that honorary certificates are scheduled to be presented to the participants in the archaeological research on November 1. He also called upon Bulgaria’s former presidents to support the constitutional recognition of Veliko Tarnovo as the country’s historical and spiritual capital.
Officials, archaeologists and historians highlighted the importance of continued state support, long-term funding and cooperation between institutions. A new project for the restoration and development of the fortress is also planned.
The event concluded with the presentation of a scientific publication documenting the archaeological discoveries of the past 20 years.
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