Heraclea Sintica Ancient City — Petrich

Location: Petrich · Blagoevgrad

History and archaeology

Location: Petrich. Province: Blagoevgrad. Category: History and archaeology.

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The city occupies the southern slope of Kozhuh near Rupite. Its history connects the Sintian people with the Macedonian kingdom and subsequently with Roman rule in the middle Struma valley.

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Български туристически съюз — Античен град "Хераклея Синтика" — Петрич

Reviewed on October 13, 2026

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Heraclea Sintica Ancient City — Petrich

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