Thracian tomb of Golyama Arsenalka

The Thracian tomb of Golyama Arsenalka is an ancient burial monument located in the Rhodope Mountains of Bulgaria.

Thracian tomb of Golyama Arsenalka
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The Thracian tomb of Golyama Arsenalka is an ancient burial monument located in the Rhodope Mountains of Bulgaria. It is believed to date back to the 4th century BC and was constructed by the Thracian people, an ancient civilization that inhabited the region.

The tomb is carved into a rocky hillside and consists of several interconnected chambers. The walls and ceilings of the tomb are adorned with intricate frescoes and carvings, depicting scenes from Thracian mythology and daily life, as well as geometric and floral designs.

The tomb is particularly notable for its large central chamber, which contains a magnificent stone sarcophagus believed to have been the final resting place of a Thracian king or noble. The sarcophagus is decorated with intricate carvings and is believed to have held the remains of the individual who was buried in the tomb.

The Golyama Arsenalka tomb was discovered in the early 20th century and has since been extensively studied and excavated by archaeologists. The tomb and its artwork are considered to be among the finest examples of Thracian art and architecture in Bulgaria.

Thracian tomb Golyama Arsenalka, 6144, Bulgaria
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