The Sanctuary of the Nymphs and Aphrodite near the village of Kasnakovo, Haskovo region

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Name The Sanctuary of the Nymphs and Aphrodite near the village of Kasnakovo, Haskovo region
Location 600 m southeast of the village Kasnakovo along the Banska river
History and description

Thracian sanctuary of the Nymphs and Aphrodite include remains of religious buildings dating back to the second century, inn of the III century, and amphitheater of the fourth century and architecturally designed three springs with pools located on the ellipse.
.... In the wall are situated three recessed niches - catchments of small springs symmetrically - two at the ends and one central fountain. Local believe that they symbolize the dance of nymphs. The end situated springs are connected to the central one through outdoor stone groove that runs along the retaining wall. Above the main spring are engraved the names of its builders. Cold and crystal clear water issuing from a crack in the rock , is believed to be healing ...

Interesting facts

Do you know ...
The only well-preserved Nymphaeumin Bulgaria, "Sanctuary of the Nymphs and Aphrodite" find a place in the "Red Book" of the National Revenue Agency of objects needing urgent funds.

Contacts 6439 Kasnakovo village, Dimitrovgrad municipality, Bulgaria
Tel.: +359 3931/22-20
Events Feast of the Nymphs and Aphrodite- Festival of Water 22:06
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