Eastern district, Plovdiv

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Eastern district is a district of Plovdiv, southern Bulgaria. It has 60,535 inhabitants. The stadium of PFC Botev Plovdiv and the beer factory of Kamenitza are located in the district. The infamous neighbourhoods of Stolipinovo and Izgrev are also situated there. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°8'51"N, 24°46'8"E

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Eastern district – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Roman theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv Regional Ethnographic Museum, Church of St Constantine and Helena, Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum.

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Performance venue at a Roman theater
Roman theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, the Roman theatre of Philippopolis stands as a majestic relic of the city's vibrant ancient history. Constructed in the 2nd century AD during the reign of the Roman Emperor Trajan, the theatre is a testament to the...
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Ornate showcase for Bulgarian culture
Plovdiv Regional Ethnographic Museum, Plovdiv
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bulgaria's sixth-largest city, the Plovdiv Regional Ethnographic Museum is a cultural gem that provides visitors with a vivid window into the traditional lifestyle and customs of the Plovdiv region.
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Church
Church of St Constantine and Helena, Plovdiv
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Plovdiv, Bulgaria's ancient city, stands the Church of St Constantine and Helena, a spiritual and architectural gem that has withstood the test of time. This Orthodox church, one of the oldest in the city, is a testament to the enduring faith...
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Museum, History museum
Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum, Plovdiv
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bulgaria's second-largest city, the Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum serves as a custodian of the region's rich and diverse past. This cultural institution is housed in a series of elegant buildings, each echoing the architectural trends that...
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Church, Sacred and religious sites
Church of the Holy Mother of God, Plovdiv
24 min walk • The Church of the Holy Mother of God, also known as the St. Mary Church, is a remarkable architectural and historical treasure nestled within the vibrant city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria. This sacred site, situated in the heart of Plovdiv's charming Old Town, stands as a...
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Museum, Ancient Greek architecture
Forum Odeon, Plovdiv
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Plovdiv, Bulgaria's second-largest city, lies the Forum Odeon – an evocative historical site that captures the grandeur of the city’s Roman past. This archaeological treasure was once the vibrant hub of Philippopolis, the ancient name of...
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Church, History museum, Museum
Small Basilica, Plovdiv
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Plovdiv, Bulgaria's captivating city, the Small Basilica stands as a testament to the rich history and religious heritage of the region. This ancient church, dating back to the 5th century, is a remarkable example of early Christian architecture...
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Archaeological site
Domus Eirene, Plovdiv
23 min walk • The House of Eirene is an ancient Roman peristyle house with lavish mosaic floors in Philippopolis, built in the middle of the 3rd century AD in the provincial capital of Thracia. It is named after the image of the Greek goddess depicted in the central mosaic.
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Mosque, Historical place
Dzhumaya Mosque, Plovdiv
27 min walk • Dzhumaya Mosque is located in Plovdiv, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria. Its Turkish name is Hüdavendigâr Camii or Cuma Camii. The mosque is located in the centre of Plovdiv and was built in 1363–1364 on the site of the Sveta Petka Tarnovska Cathedral Church after the conquest of Plovdiv by the Ottoman army.
0.8 miW
Neighbourhood
Old Town, Plovdiv
22 min walk • The old town in Plovdiv is an architectural and historical reserve located on three of Plovdiv's hills: Nebet Tepe, Dzhambaz Tepe and Taksim Tepe.
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Church
Great Basilica, Plovdiv
22 min walk • The Bishop's Basilica of Philippopolis, also known as the Great Basilica, is a ruined church from the ancient city of Philippopolis in Plovdiv and built in the mid-4th century AD. It is the largest late antique early-Christian church discovered in Bulgaria and one of the largest from that period on the Balkans.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Eastern district?

Nearby attractions include Kamenitsa, Plovdiv (7 min walk), Hadji Hassan Mahala, Plovdiv (14 min walk), Small Basilica, Plovdiv (15 min walk), Plovdiv Regional Historical Museum, Plovdiv (21 min walk).

How to get to Eastern district by public transport?

The nearest stations to Eastern district:

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Полиграфия • Lines: Автобус 14, Автобус 25, Автобус 36, Автобус 5, Автобус 66, Автобус 93 (3 min walk)
Росица • Lines: Автобус 14, Автобус 25, Автобус 36, Автобус 5, Автобус 66, Автобус 93 (5 min walk)