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Giridava

Dacian town in northern Bulgaria.

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

About

Giridava, also referred to as Giridaua or Geridava, was a town situated in the region historically known as Moesia, which corresponds to modern-day northern Bulgaria. As a Dacian town, Giridava was part of the broader cultural and political landscape of the Dacians, known for their interactions with the Romans. The site is characterized by its domestic and habitation structures, indicative of its role as a settlement during the Late Iron Age and into the Classical Period. Giridava's significance lies in its representation of the Dacian way of life and its subsequent Roman influence, reflecting the transition and integration of Dacian territories into the Roman Empire. The town's archaeological features, such as its layout and any potential artifacts, would provide insights into the daily lives, trade, and cultural practices of its inhabitants.

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Archaeological Features

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Domestic and Habitation Structures

Towns

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Details

Country
Bulgaria
Source
Wikipedia