Starosel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The rock sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ is located west of the Thracian cult center Starosel near the village of the same name. There are many fragments of ceramic objects around the cult place, but the site is not archaeologically researched. According to the Bulgarian archaeologist Dr. Georgi Kitov, the sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ belonged to the ancient Thracian cult center Starosel, which is situated on an area of irregular shape and diameter about 10 km including the rock sanctuaries Uyov kamik (a unique penis menhir destroyed by treasure hunters). Megalithic sanctuary Momini Gardi, Peichova Mogila (mound), the sanctuary of Mount Kozy Gramadi and several dozen mound embankments built on sacred hills.
The rock sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ is located west of the Thracian cult center Starosel near the village of the same name. There are many fragments of ceramic objects around the cult place, but the site is not archaeologically researched. According to the Bulgarian archaeologist Dr. Georgi Kitov, the sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ belonged to the ancient Thracian cult center Starosel, which is situated on an area of irregular shape and diameter about 10 km including the rock sanctuaries Uyov kamik (a unique penis menhir destroyed by treasure hunters). Megalithic sanctuary Momini Gardi, Peichova Mogila (mound), the sanctuary of Mount Kozy Gramadi and several dozen mound embankments built on sacred hills.
The rock sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ is located west of the Thracian cult center Starosel near the village of the same name. There are many fragments of ceramic objects around the cult place, but the site is not archaeologically researched. According to the Bulgarian archaeologist Dr. Georgi Kitov, the sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ belonged to the ancient Thracian cult center Starosel, which is situated on an area of irregular shape and diameter about 10 km including the rock sanctuaries Uyov kamik (a unique penis menhir destroyed by treasure hunters). Megalithic sanctuary Momini Gardi, Peichova Mogila (mound), the sanctuary of Mount Kozy Gramadi and several dozen mound embankments built on sacred hills.
Court Inn

Court Inn

3 out of 5
Opticoelectron I Panagyurishte
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panagyurishte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff,-digital check in, surrounding area.

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Kamengrad Hotel & SPA

Kamengrad Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
2 Pavel Bobekov Str. Panagyurishte
The price is Rp3.141.453 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
Rp3.141.453
Rp3.424.184 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Panagyurishte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
5+
Хотелът е на добро ниво лаго обслужване, СПА зоната е отлична, услугите й също. Навсякъде е чисто, включително и басейните. Ресторантът е също на много добро ниво. Трябва да се обнови мебелировката в стаите и да се предостави повече комфорт, матраците също за смяна.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2020

Kamengrad Hotel & SPA
Club Central Hotel

Club Central Hotel

4 out of 5
5 Augusta Hisarja Plovdiv
The price is Rp2.272.211 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
Rp2.272.211
Rp2.476.710 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hisarja. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Archaeological Museum is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Spa is on the small side, but so is the hotel. It is well kept, saunas are hot. No staff

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

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Court Inn

Court Inn

3 out of 5
Opticoelectron I Panagyurishte
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Panagyurishte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff,-digital check in, surrounding area.

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Wine & SPA Complex Starossel

Wine & SPA Complex Starossel

3 out of 5
Hotel Complex Starosel Hisarja Plovdiv
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Hisarja. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a nightclub.
Wine & SPA Complex Starossel
Cozy Little Flat in Karlovo

Cozy Little Flat in Karlovo

2 out of 5
Karlovo Plovdiv Province
Stay at this apartment in Karlovo. Enjoy free parking. Popular attraction Sopot - Intermediate station is located nearby.
Cozy Little Flat in Karlovo
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Popular places to visit

Archaeological Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Archaeological Museum in Hisarja. Discover the area's museums and spas.

Archaeological Museum

Things to do

Private Day Trip to Hissarya & Starosel from Plovdiv

Private Day Trip to Hissarya & Starosel from Plovdiv

Rp1.372.655
per adult
Private Day Trip to Hissarya & Starosel from Plovdiv
Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia

Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia

Rp1.571.591
per adult
Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia
Private Ancient History Spa and Wine from Sofia

Private Ancient History Spa and Wine from Sofia

Rp1.969.462
per adult
Private Ancient History Spa and Wine from Sofia
From Plovdiv: Koprivshtica and Starosel Thracian Tomb Tour

From Plovdiv: Koprivshtica and Starosel Thracian Tomb Tour

Rp2.367.333
per adult
From Plovdiv: Koprivshtica and Starosel Thracian Tomb Tour
Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities

Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities

Rp377.978
per adult
Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities
Unlock Six Starosel Treasures: A Delicious Tasting Experience

Unlock Six Starosel Treasures: A Delicious Tasting Experience

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Unlock Six Starosel Treasures: A Delicious Tasting Experience
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The rock sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ is located west of the Thracian cult center Starosel near the village of the same name. There are many fragments of ceramic objects around the cult place, but the site is not archaeologically researched. According to the Bulgarian archaeologist Dr. Georgi Kitov, the sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ belonged to the ancient Thracian cult center Starosel, which is situated on an area of irregular shape and diameter about 10 km including the rock sanctuaries Uyov kamik (a unique penis menhir destroyed by treasure hunters). Megalithic sanctuary Momini Gardi, Peichova Mogila (mound), the sanctuary of Mount Kozy Gramadi and several dozen mound embankments built on sacred hills.

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