Visit this historic European city as part of a luxury cruise
Port of the Week: Pleven, Bulgaria
Why go? Surrounded by limestone hills, Pleven was the Bulgarian Empire's stronghold and a key fortress during the Ottoman Empire, with more than 450 places of architectural and cultural significance.
The ultimate arrival: Discover the historical architecture, museums and monuments of Pleven's town on Viking's Capitals of Eastern Europe journey.
Destination highlights: Explore the monument of Pleven Panorama, commemorating the historic siege of Pleven in 1877, on the scenic Danubian Plain. Then explore other cultural highlights, including St Nicholas Orthodox Church, the city's pedestrian district with fountains, and St George Chapel Mausoleum.
Do not miss: The thrilling firewalking show, a Bulgarian ritual on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List, as you dine on traditional dishes at a local restaurant after a walk in Serdica and the St George Rotunda's ancient ruins.
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