Pliska

Pliska was an ancient city that served as the first capital of Bulgaria, founded in the late 7th century. Located in the northeastern part of modern Bulgaria, it was the political and cultural center of the First Bulgarian Empire during its early years. The city was significant for its strategic location, fortifications, and as a hub of early Bulgarian statehood and Christianity. Today, the archaeological site of Pliska is a valuable historical landmark, offering insights into early medieval Bulgarian civilization and its development into a prominent empire.