Bulgaria’s capital Sofia hosts the festival of ancient heritage "Serdica is my Rome" for the third consecutive year. It organized by the Association for Antiquity Reconstruction "MOS MAIORUM ULPIAE SERDICAE". On September 9 and 10, in the Western Gate of Serdika Archaeological Park, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the ancient history of Sofia through various reenactments. The focus is on two important figures from ancient history - Constantine the Great and his son.
The festive programme also includes visits to handicraft workshops, workshops, demonstrations of antique fashion, etc. The organizers have also prepared many interesting games. This year they expect more foreign participants from Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Italy and Romania, which will make the festival even more diverse and interesting.
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