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The Valley of Roses - Kazanlak Thracian Tomb - Plovdiv
Today, you’ll visit Kazanlak, known as the heart of the Rose Valley and the site of the famous Rose Festival. You’ll explore the Rose Museum, where you’ll learn about the region’s rose oil production, an essential part of Bulgaria’s economy. This centuries-old industry is unique to the area and has long been considered one of the country’s most significant. If you’re visiting in May or June, you can join in the rose-picking process and, under the guidance of a pastry chef, prepare rose jam or other rose-based desserts. You’ll also visit a replica of the Kazanlak Thracian Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to the 4th century BC. Afterward, you’ll continue to Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second-largest city and the European Capital of Culture in 2019.