Price: €42.800,00 District: Silistra Category: Building Plot Plot Size: 1070 sq.m. Location: CountrysideSilistraVillage Of Polyana The house has collapsed and repairs are notpossible. The Land 1070 SQM The village is very well maintained,there is a community center, post office, shops and other foreignersliving all year around. Very close to the Romanian border as well asthe big town of Silistra. Sitovo Municipality is very well organizedfor its small size and population which is self-determined in majorityas Bulgarians. Next to the natural bird forest reserve “Srebarna” –the biggest in Bulgaria. The property is 20m. from an asphalt road. Itcan be bought on pay monthly. English speaking line and managergeneral informationSilistra is a town in north-eastern Bulgaria, center of Silistraregion and a significant river port, set on the southern bank of tehDanube river. The town is located 442 km to the north-east from thecity of Sofia, 122 km to the north-east from the town of Ruse, 113 kmto the north from the town of Shumen and 143 km away from the city ofVarna. The town is the administrative center of Silistra municipality.The population numbers to 41 000 people. The climate istemperate-continental and is characterized by a cold winter withplenty of snowfalls, a sunny spring, a hot, dry summer and a coolautumn. The relief is predominantly flat.historySilistra is considered to be the oldest settlement in Bulgaria, builtover 5 000 years BC by the Thracians and restored later on by theRoman Empire. The Roman town of Durostorum was established in 29 yearBC and became the capital of the Roman province Moesia. It wasinitially a bivouac, built over a former Thracian settlement. In 5year BC it got deserted after being plundered by Goths, Huns, Avars,Slavs, Proto-Bulgarians and other tribes. During the middle ages thename of the town was Drastar. The settlement used to be of greatimportance during the ages, until it has been occupied by the Turks in1388. In 1877 it was liberated by the Russian armies and turned overto Bulgaria. After Bulgaria lost the Second Balkan War theSaint-Petersburg treaty was signed in 1913 according to which Silistrahas become a part of Romania. Later on, in 1940 Bulgaria has regainedits rule over Silistra.infrastructureSilistra has an excellent infrastructure. The roads are in a very goodcondition. Many trees are planted on the streets in the town giving ita unique look, providing coolness in the hot summer and gettingcovered in beautiful colours during the autumn. There are differentquarters in the town with a specific infrastructure. The residentialbuildings are predominantly one and two-storey houses with small,neat, well-maintained yards in which grow a vine-arbour, fruit-treesand flowers. There are also taller buildings in the outskirts of thetown, and 4-5 storey buildings in the central part.All modern services and conveniences are available in Silistra: apolyclinic, a hospital, a dental clinic, private doctor\'s anddentist\'s offices, a church, a mosque, a regional library,post-offices, banks, many cafes, restaurants and hotels. Severalinternet providers are providing high-quality services includingdigital TV and telephone. A digital telephone operator is available.Near the city operates on of the most modern factories for collectionand processing of domestic waste in Bulgaria, built in conformity withall European standards and requirements.economicsMany branches are being developed in Silistra: agriculture, textile,furniture production, production of stainless utensils, production ofmeat and milk products and brick-making.Most important for the development of the region is the agriculture,over 80% of the population in the region is occupied in this field.The trade is developing progressively, as well. The first mall inSilistra was opened in May 2009. It is located in the center of thetown, right next to the Danube Park.There are excellent opportunities for the development of cultural andeco-tourism.transportationMost developed are the bus and railway transportation. Regularbus-lines are available to Ruse, Razgrad, Shumen, Dobrich, Varna andto the smaller settlements in the region.The bus-station and the railway station are situated next to eachother in the industrial zone of the town. Silistra is the last stationon Sofia-Silistra rail-road.The port benefits from well developed transportation infrastructure -roads and rail roads are available to connect the port to the maintransportation net. Water and electricity supply is available for thevessels at the port.In the eastern part.A ferry-boat complex is operating to connect Silistra to theneighbouring Romanian town Kalarash.A project is being developed for the construction of a bridge over theDanube to connect Silistra and Kalarash.Some 10 km away from the center of the town, near Lambrinovo villagelies Silistra Airport. It is a small airport designed to serve bothpassenger and cargo planes.culture and educationThe town is a host of many international, national and local culturalevents: an international festival of the puppet theatre, the festivalof the Bulgarian folklore, a national tournament of dance sports etc.Theatre of Drama and Puppet Theatre Sava Dobroplodni established in 1872.Saint Peter and Paul Church was built after the end of the Crimean Warby gifted craftsmen from the famous Dryanovo architectural school. Thechurch is famous for the relics of St. Dassius kept there. They weredonated to the town by Pope John Paul II during his visit to Bulgariain 2001.The Art Gallery in Silistra was built in the period 1890-1891, thearchitectural style is \"late secession\". Today, on display in thegallery there are pieces of art of local, national and foreignartists.In the town there are 16 kindergartens, 3 primary schools, 10secondary schools, 8 high schools, and a school for children withintellectual disabilities.landmarksThe Medjidi Tabiya Fortress was named after a Turkish Sultan whovisited the construction site in 1847. The fortress is set on asouthern hill in the town. It has a hexagonal shape and is 8 m high.The construction is surrounded by a moat. The fortress was of greatimportance during the Russo-Turkish wars in the period 1853-1856;1877-1878. The legend has it that 300 Bulgarian craftsmen were hiredto build the facility. After the construction was completed thecraftsmen were banished in Turkey, far away from their homes and thearchitect who designed it was hanged in Tzarigrad in an attempt tokeep the secrets of the fortress. Nowadays the construction isinhabited by a local citizen who takes care of it, looks after themuseum collection and guides tourists around the facility.One of the most intriguing landmarks of Silistra is the Roman Tombdated back to the 4th century AD. It is unique for its exquisitemurals which have no equivalent in Bulgaria. The tomb was built for aRoman nobleman of Thracian origin and the mural provides valuableinformation for the lifestyle in both the Roman and the Thraciancultures.Lake Srebarna is an important stop on Via Pontica - the route whichthe bird follows when flying south. The lake is located next to theDanube River. There is a great variety of fauna and flora in the area.The lake and its surroundings are overgrown with reed and other waterplants. 67 various kinds of plants, some of which are endangered byextinction, are present in the lake and its surroundings. The animalworld is represented by 39 mammals, 21 species of reptiles andamphibians and over 10 species of fish. Srebarna is most famous forthe birds which could be observed on its territory. Over 170 birdspecies are nesting there: Dalmatian Pelican, Cormorant, Heron, MuteSwan, Greylag Goose, Anas, Western Marsh Harrier, Blue-throat, BeardedReedling etc. Since 1948 the lake has been declared a protectedarea/reserve. The total area of the reserve is approximately 600hectares and the buffer zone is 540 hectares. The depth of the lakevaries from 1 to 3 m . A museum is built near the lake in which ondisplay there is an exposition of stuffed birds and animals. There isan observation platform, as well. Since 1983 the reserve was includedin the list UNESCO\'s monuments of the world\'s natural...
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Price: €42.800,00 District: Silistra Category: Building Plot Plot Size: 1070 sq.m. Location: CountrysideSilistraVillage Of Polyana The house has collapsed and repairs are notpossible. The Land 1070 SQM The village is very well maintained,there is a community center, post office, shops and other foreignersliving all year around. Very close to the Romanian border as well asthe big town of Silistra. Sitovo Municipality is very well organizedfor its small size and population which is self-determined in majorityas Bulgarians. Next to the natural bird forest reserve “Srebarna” –the biggest in Bulgaria. The property is 20m. from an asphalt road. Itcan be bought on pay monthly. English speaking line and managergeneral informationSilistra is a town in north-eastern Bulgaria, center of Silistraregion and a significant river port, set on the southern bank of tehDanube river. The town is located 442 km to the north-east from thecity of Sofia, 122 km to the north-east from the town of Ruse, 113 kmto the north from the town of Shumen and 143 km away from the city ofVarna. The town is the administrative center of Silistra municipality.The population numbers to 41 000 people. The climate istemperate-continental and is characterized by a cold winter withplenty of snowfalls, a sunny spring, a hot, dry summer and a coolautumn. The relief is predominantly flat.historySilistra is considered to be the oldest settlement in Bulgaria, builtover 5 000 years BC by the Thracians and restored later on by theRoman Empire. The Roman town of Durostorum was established in 29 yearBC and became the capital of the Roman province Moesia. It wasinitially a bivouac, built over a former Thracian settlement. In 5year BC it got deserted after being plundered by Goths, Huns, Avars,Slavs, Proto-Bulgarians and other tribes. During the middle ages thename of the town was Drastar. The settlement used to be of greatimportance during the ages, until it has been occupied by the Turks in1388. In 1877 it was liberated by the Russian armies and turned overto Bulgaria. After Bulgaria lost the Second Balkan War theSaint-Petersburg treaty was signed in 1913 according to which Silistrahas become a part of Romania. Later on, in 1940 Bulgaria has regainedits rule over Silistra.infrastructureSilistra has an excellent infrastructure. The roads are in a very goodcondition. Many trees are planted on the streets in the town giving ita unique look, providing coolness in the hot summer and gettingcovered in beautiful colours during the autumn. There are differentquarters in the town with a specific infrastructure. The residentialbuildings are predominantly one and two-storey houses with small,neat, well-maintained yards in which grow a vine-arbour, fruit-treesand flowers. There are also taller buildings in the outskirts of thetown, and 4-5 storey buildings in the central part.All modern services and conveniences are available in Silistra: apolyclinic, a hospital, a dental clinic, private doctor\'s anddentist\'s offices, a church, a mosque, a regional library,post-offices, banks, many cafes, restaurants and hotels. Severalinternet providers are providing high-quality services includingdigital TV and telephone. A digital telephone operator is available.Near the city operates on of the most modern factories for collectionand processing of domestic waste in Bulgaria, built in conformity withall European standards and requirements.economicsMany branches are being developed in Silistra: agriculture, textile,furniture production, production of stainless utensils, production ofmeat and milk products and brick-making.Most important for the development of the region is the agriculture,over 80% of the population in the region is occupied in this field.The trade is developing progressively, as well. The first mall inSilistra was opened in May 2009. It is located in the center of thetown, right next to the Danube Park.There are excellent opportunities for the development of cultural andeco-tourism.transportationMost developed are the bus and railway transportation. Regularbus-lines are available to Ruse, Razgrad, Shumen, Dobrich, Varna andto the smaller settlements in the region.The bus-station and the railway station are situated next to eachother in the industrial zone of the town. Silistra is the last stationon Sofia-Silistra rail-road.The port benefits from well developed transportation infrastructure -roads and rail roads are available to connect the port to the maintransportation net. Water and electricity supply is available for thevessels at the port.In the eastern part.A ferry-boat complex is operating to connect Silistra to theneighbouring Romanian town Kalarash.A project is being developed for the construction of a bridge over theDanube to connect Silistra and Kalarash.Some 10 km away from the center of the town, near Lambrinovo villagelies Silistra Airport. It is a small airport designed to serve bothpassenger and cargo planes.culture and educationThe town is a host of many international, national and local culturalevents: an international festival of the puppet theatre, the festivalof the Bulgarian folklore, a national tournament of dance sports etc.Theatre of Drama and Puppet Theatre Sava Dobroplodni established in 1872.Saint Peter and Paul Church was built after the end of the Crimean Warby gifted craftsmen from the famous Dryanovo architectural school. Thechurch is famous for the relics of St. Dassius kept there. They weredonated to the town by Pope John Paul II during his visit to Bulgariain 2001.The Art Gallery in Silistra was built in the period 1890-1891, thearchitectural style is \"late secession\". Today, on display in thegallery there are pieces of art of local, national and foreignartists.In the town there are 16 kindergartens, 3 primary schools, 10secondary schools, 8 high schools, and a school for children withintellectual disabilities.landmarksThe Medjidi Tabiya Fortress was named after a Turkish Sultan whovisited the construction site in 1847. The fortress is set on asouthern hill in the town. It has a hexagonal shape and is 8 m high.The construction is surrounded by a moat. The fortress was of greatimportance during the Russo-Turkish wars in the period 1853-1856;1877-1878. The legend has it that 300 Bulgarian craftsmen were hiredto build the facility. After the construction was completed thecraftsmen were banished in Turkey, far away from their homes and thearchitect who designed it was hanged in Tzarigrad in an attempt tokeep the secrets of the fortress. Nowadays the construction isinhabited by a local citizen who takes care of it, looks after themuseum collection and guides tourists around the facility.One of the most intriguing landmarks of Silistra is the Roman Tombdated back to the 4th century AD. It is unique for its exquisitemurals which have no equivalent in Bulgaria. The tomb was built for aRoman nobleman of Thracian origin and the mural provides valuableinformation for the lifestyle in both the Roman and the Thraciancultures.Lake Srebarna is an important stop on Via Pontica - the route whichthe bird follows when flying south. The lake is located next to theDanube River. There is a great variety of fauna and flora in the area.The lake and its surroundings are overgrown with reed and other waterplants. 67 various kinds of plants, some of which are endangered byextinction, are present in the lake and its surroundings. The animalworld is represented by 39 mammals, 21 species of reptiles andamphibians and over 10 species of fish. Srebarna is most famous forthe birds which could be observed on its territory. Over 170 birdspecies are nesting there: Dalmatian Pelican, Cormorant, Heron, MuteSwan, Greylag Goose, Anas, Western Marsh Harrier, Blue-throat, BeardedReedling etc. Since 1948 the lake has been declared a protectedarea/reserve. The total area of the reserve is approximately 600hectares and the buffer zone is 540 hectares. The depth of the lakevaries from 1 to 3 m . A museum is built near the lake in which ondisplay there is an exposition of stuffed birds and animals. There isan observation platform, as well. Since 1983 the reserve was includedin the list UNESCO\'s monuments of the world\'s natural...
€42.800,00 District:
Silistra Category:
Building Plot
Plot Size:
1070 sq.m. Location:
CountrysideSilistraVillage Of Polyana The house has collapsed and repairs are notpossible. The Land 1070 SQM The village is very well maintained,there is a community center, post office, shops and other foreignersliving all year around. Very close to the Romanian border as well asthe big town of Silistra. Sitovo Municipality is very well organizedfor its small size and population which is self-determined in majorityas Bulgarians. Next to the natural bird forest reserve “Srebarna” –the biggest in Bulgaria. The property is 20m. from an asphalt road. Itcan be bought on pay monthly. English speaking line and managergeneral informationSilistra is a town in north-eastern Bulgaria, center of Silistraregion and a significant river port, set on the southern bank of tehDanube river. The town is located 442 km to the north-east from thecity of Sofia, 122 km to the north-east from the town of Ruse, 113 kmto the north from the town of Shumen and 143 km away from the city ofVarna. The town is the administrative center of Silistra municipality.The population numbers to 41 000 people. The climate istemperate-continental and is characterized by a cold winter withplenty of snowfalls, a sunny spring, a hot, dry summer and a coolautumn. The relief is predominantly flat.historySilistra is considered to be the oldest settlement in Bulgaria, builtover 5 000 years BC by the Thracians and restored later on by theRoman Empire. The Roman town of Durostorum was established in 29 yearBC and became the capital of the Roman province Moesia. It wasinitially a bivouac, built over a former Thracian settlement. In 5year BC it got deserted after being plundered by Goths, Huns, Avars,Slavs, Proto-Bulgarians and other tribes. During the middle ages thename of the town was Drastar. The settlement used to be of greatimportance during the ages, until it has been occupied by the Turks in1388. In 1877 it was liberated by the Russian armies and turned overto Bulgaria. After Bulgaria lost the Second Balkan War theSaint-Petersburg treaty was signed in 1913 according to which Silistrahas become a part of Romania. Later on, in 1940 Bulgaria has regainedits rule over Silistra.infrastructureSilistra has an excellent infrastructure. The roads are in a very goodcondition. Many trees are planted on the streets in the town giving ita unique look, providing coolness in the hot summer and gettingcovered in beautiful colours during the autumn. There are differentquarters in the town with a specific infrastructure. The residentialbuildings are predominantly one and two-storey houses with small,neat, well-maintained yards in which grow a vine-arbour, fruit-treesand flowers. There are also taller buildings in the outskirts of thetown, and 4-5 storey buildings in the central part.All modern services and conveniences are available in Silistra: apolyclinic, a hospital, a dental clinic, private doctor\'s anddentist\'s offices, a church, a mosque, a regional library,post-offices, banks, many cafes, restaurants and hotels. Severalinternet providers are providing high-quality services includingdigital TV and telephone. A digital telephone operator is available.Near the city operates on of the most modern factories for collectionand processing of domestic waste in Bulgaria, built in conformity withall European standards and requirements.economicsMany branches are being developed in Silistra: agriculture, textile,furniture production, production of stainless utensils, production ofmeat and milk products and brick-making.Most important for the development of the region is the agriculture,over 80% of the population in the region is occupied in this field.The trade is developing progressively, as well. The first mall inSilistra was opened in May 2009. It is located in the center of thetown, right next to the Danube Park.There are excellent opportunities for the development of cultural andeco-tourism.transportationMost developed are the bus and railway transportation. Regularbus-lines are available to Ruse, Razgrad, Shumen, Dobrich, Varna andto the smaller settlements in the region.The bus-station and the railway station are situated next to eachother in the industrial zone of the town. Silistra is the last stationon Sofia-Silistra rail-road.The port benefits from well developed transportation infrastructure -roads and rail roads are available to connect the port to the maintransportation net. Water and electricity supply is available for thevessels at the port.In the eastern part.A ferry-boat complex is operating to connect Silistra to theneighbouring Romanian town Kalarash.A project is being developed for the construction of a bridge over theDanube to connect Silistra and Kalarash.Some 10 km away from the center of the town, near Lambrinovo villagelies Silistra Airport. It is a small airport designed to serve bothpassenger and cargo planes.culture and educationThe town is a host of many international, national and local culturalevents: an international festival of the puppet theatre, the festivalof the Bulgarian folklore, a national tournament of dance sports etc.Theatre of Drama and Puppet Theatre Sava Dobroplodni established in 1872.Saint Peter and Paul Church was built after the end of the Crimean Warby gifted craftsmen from the famous Dryanovo architectural school. Thechurch is famous for the relics of St. Dassius kept there. They weredonated to the town by Pope John Paul II during his visit to Bulgariain 2001.The Art Gallery in Silistra was built in the period 1890-1891, thearchitectural style is \"late secession\". Today, on display in thegallery there are pieces of art of local, national and foreignartists.In the town there are 16 kindergartens, 3 primary schools, 10secondary schools, 8 high schools, and a school for children withintellectual disabilities.landmarksThe Medjidi Tabiya Fortress was named after a Turkish Sultan whovisited the construction site in 1847. The fortress is set on asouthern hill in the town. It has a hexagonal shape and is 8 m high.The construction is surrounded by a moat. The fortress was of greatimportance during the Russo-Turkish wars in the period 1853-1856;1877-1878. The legend has it that 300 Bulgarian craftsmen were hiredto build the facility. After the construction was completed thecraftsmen were banished in Turkey, far away from their homes and thearchitect who designed it was hanged in Tzarigrad in an attempt tokeep the secrets of the fortress. Nowadays the construction isinhabited by a local citizen who takes care of it, looks after themuseum collection and guides tourists around the facility.One of the most intriguing landmarks of Silistra is the Roman Tombdated back to the 4th century AD. It is unique for its exquisitemurals which have no equivalent in Bulgaria. The tomb was built for aRoman nobleman of Thracian origin and the mural provides valuableinformation for the lifestyle in both the Roman and the Thraciancultures.Lake Srebarna is an important stop on Via Pontica - the route whichthe bird follows when flying south. The lake is located next to theDanube River. There is a great variety of fauna and flora in the area.The lake and its surroundings are overgrown with reed and other waterplants. 67 various kinds of plants, some of which are endangered byextinction, are present in the lake and its surroundings. The animalworld is represented by 39 mammals, 21 species of reptiles andamphibians and over 10 species of fish. Srebarna is most famous forthe birds which could be observed on its territory. Over 170 birdspecies are nesting there: Dalmatian Pelican, Cormorant, Heron, MuteSwan, Greylag Goose, Anas, Western Marsh Harrier, Blue-throat, BeardedReedling etc. Since 1948 the lake has been declared a protectedarea/reserve. The total area of the reserve is approximately 600hectares and the buffer zone is 540 hectares. The depth of the lakevaries from 1 to 3 m . A museum is built near the lake in which ondisplay there is an exposition of stuffed birds and animals. There isan observation platform, as well. Since 1983 the reserve was includedin the list UNESCO\'s monuments of the world\'s natural... Visualizza di più Visualizza di meno Price:
€42.800,00 District:
Silistra Category:
Building Plot
Plot Size:
1070 sq.m. Location:
CountrysideSilistraVillage Of Polyana The house has collapsed and repairs are notpossible. The Land 1070 SQM The village is very well maintained,there is a community center, post office, shops and other foreignersliving all year around. Very close to the Romanian border as well asthe big town of Silistra. Sitovo Municipality is very well organizedfor its small size and population which is self-determined in majorityas Bulgarians. Next to the natural bird forest reserve “Srebarna” –the biggest in Bulgaria. The property is 20m. from an asphalt road. Itcan be bought on pay monthly. English speaking line and managergeneral informationSilistra is a town in north-eastern Bulgaria, center of Silistraregion and a significant river port, set on the southern bank of tehDanube river. The town is located 442 km to the north-east from thecity of Sofia, 122 km to the north-east from the town of Ruse, 113 kmto the north from the town of Shumen and 143 km away from the city ofVarna. The town is the administrative center of Silistra municipality.The population numbers to 41 000 people. The climate istemperate-continental and is characterized by a cold winter withplenty of snowfalls, a sunny spring, a hot, dry summer and a coolautumn. The relief is predominantly flat.historySilistra is considered to be the oldest settlement in Bulgaria, builtover 5 000 years BC by the Thracians and restored later on by theRoman Empire. The Roman town of Durostorum was established in 29 yearBC and became the capital of the Roman province Moesia. It wasinitially a bivouac, built over a former Thracian settlement. In 5year BC it got deserted after being plundered by Goths, Huns, Avars,Slavs, Proto-Bulgarians and other tribes. During the middle ages thename of the town was Drastar. The settlement used to be of greatimportance during the ages, until it has been occupied by the Turks in1388. In 1877 it was liberated by the Russian armies and turned overto Bulgaria. After Bulgaria lost the Second Balkan War theSaint-Petersburg treaty was signed in 1913 according to which Silistrahas become a part of Romania. Later on, in 1940 Bulgaria has regainedits rule over Silistra.infrastructureSilistra has an excellent infrastructure. The roads are in a very goodcondition. Many trees are planted on the streets in the town giving ita unique look, providing coolness in the hot summer and gettingcovered in beautiful colours during the autumn. There are differentquarters in the town with a specific infrastructure. The residentialbuildings are predominantly one and two-storey houses with small,neat, well-maintained yards in which grow a vine-arbour, fruit-treesand flowers. There are also taller buildings in the outskirts of thetown, and 4-5 storey buildings in the central part.All modern services and conveniences are available in Silistra: apolyclinic, a hospital, a dental clinic, private doctor\'s anddentist\'s offices, a church, a mosque, a regional library,post-offices, banks, many cafes, restaurants and hotels. Severalinternet providers are providing high-quality services includingdigital TV and telephone. A digital telephone operator is available.Near the city operates on of the most modern factories for collectionand processing of domestic waste in Bulgaria, built in conformity withall European standards and requirements.economicsMany branches are being developed in Silistra: agriculture, textile,furniture production, production of stainless utensils, production ofmeat and milk products and brick-making.Most important for the development of the region is the agriculture,over 80% of the population in the region is occupied in this field.The trade is developing progressively, as well. The first mall inSilistra was opened in May 2009. It is located in the center of thetown, right next to the Danube Park.There are excellent opportunities for the development of cultural andeco-tourism.transportationMost developed are the bus and railway transportation. Regularbus-lines are available to Ruse, Razgrad, Shumen, Dobrich, Varna andto the smaller settlements in the region.The bus-station and the railway station are situated next to eachother in the industrial zone of the town. Silistra is the last stationon Sofia-Silistra rail-road.The port benefits from well developed transportation infrastructure -roads and rail roads are available to connect the port to the maintransportation net. Water and electricity supply is available for thevessels at the port.In the eastern part.A ferry-boat complex is operating to connect Silistra to theneighbouring Romanian town Kalarash.A project is being developed for the construction of a bridge over theDanube to connect Silistra and Kalarash.Some 10 km away from the center of the town, near Lambrinovo villagelies Silistra Airport. It is a small airport designed to serve bothpassenger and cargo planes.culture and educationThe town is a host of many international, national and local culturalevents: an international festival of the puppet theatre, the festivalof the Bulgarian folklore, a national tournament of dance sports etc.Theatre of Drama and Puppet Theatre Sava Dobroplodni established in 1872.Saint Peter and Paul Church was built after the end of the Crimean Warby gifted craftsmen from the famous Dryanovo architectural school. Thechurch is famous for the relics of St. Dassius kept there. They weredonated to the town by Pope John Paul II during his visit to Bulgariain 2001.The Art Gallery in Silistra was built in the period 1890-1891, thearchitectural style is \"late secession\". Today, on display in thegallery there are pieces of art of local, national and foreignartists.In the town there are 16 kindergartens, 3 primary schools, 10secondary schools, 8 high schools, and a school for children withintellectual disabilities.landmarksThe Medjidi Tabiya Fortress was named after a Turkish Sultan whovisited the construction site in 1847. The fortress is set on asouthern hill in the town. It has a hexagonal shape and is 8 m high.The construction is surrounded by a moat. The fortress was of greatimportance during the Russo-Turkish wars in the period 1853-1856;1877-1878. The legend has it that 300 Bulgarian craftsmen were hiredto build the facility. After the construction was completed thecraftsmen were banished in Turkey, far away from their homes and thearchitect who designed it was hanged in Tzarigrad in an attempt tokeep the secrets of the fortress. Nowadays the construction isinhabited by a local citizen who takes care of it, looks after themuseum collection and guides tourists around the facility.One of the most intriguing landmarks of Silistra is the Roman Tombdated back to the 4th century AD. It is unique for its exquisitemurals which have no equivalent in Bulgaria. The tomb was built for aRoman nobleman of Thracian origin and the mural provides valuableinformation for the lifestyle in both the Roman and the Thraciancultures.Lake Srebarna is an important stop on Via Pontica - the route whichthe bird follows when flying south. The lake is located next to theDanube River. There is a great variety of fauna and flora in the area.The lake and its surroundings are overgrown with reed and other waterplants. 67 various kinds of plants, some of which are endangered byextinction, are present in the lake and its surroundings. The animalworld is represented by 39 mammals, 21 species of reptiles andamphibians and over 10 species of fish. Srebarna is most famous forthe birds which could be observed on its territory. Over 170 birdspecies are nesting there: Dalmatian Pelican, Cormorant, Heron, MuteSwan, Greylag Goose, Anas, Western Marsh Harrier, Blue-throat, BeardedReedling etc. Since 1948 the lake has been declared a protectedarea/reserve. The total area of the reserve is approximately 600hectares and the buffer zone is 540 hectares. The depth of the lakevaries from 1 to 3 m . A museum is built near the lake in which ondisplay there is an exposition of stuffed birds and animals. There isan observation platform, as well. Since 1983 the reserve was includedin the list UNESCO\'s monuments of the world\'s natural...