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Heraclea Sintica
An inscription and urban remains reveal ancient Heraclea Sintica near Rupite.
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The story of this place
Heraclea Sintica stands near Rupite. A Latin inscription found in 2002 helped locate the city: it contains an imperial letter addressed to the Heracleans. Excavations reveal urban planning and public buildings. Research and conservation are also documented by the Ministry of Culture.
What the evidence shows
- The inscription contains a letter of Galerius and Maximinus Daza dated 307–308 CE.
- Systematic excavations began in 2007.
Hypotheses and open questions
Identifying individuals represented by statues requires additional evidence.
Myths and local traditions
The name Heraclea recalls mythical Heracles, honoured as an ancestor.
Sources and verification
These accounts are editorial summaries. The sources below let you check dates, discoveries and interpretations.
- Исторически музей Петрич: Хераклея Синтика ↗petrichhistorymuseum.bg
- Министерство на културата: проучвания на Хераклея Синтика ↗mc.government.bg