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Nicopolis ad Istrum — Veliko Tarnovo

Location: Veliko Tarnovo · Veliko Tarnovo

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Nicopolis ad Istrum — Veliko Tarnovo

Location: Veliko Tarnovo. Province: Veliko Tarnovo. Category: Architecture and settlements.

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Emperor Trajan founded the city around AD 106–110 to commemorate victories over the Dacians. Its forum, odeon, paved streets and water system reveal Roman urban organisation in Lower Moesia.

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