I'm back touring all the top things to see and do in the Bulgarian city of Ruse. Situated along the picturesque Danube River, this ancient city was established in the 1st century A.D. by the Romans and is home to some fantastic culture, history and architecture. With over 300 historical buildings in the city, there's no wondering why its nickname is "Little Vienna". Tour around as David shows us some of the must visit sites in Ruse. From the pedestrian-friendly Alexsandrovska Street and the bustling Liberty Square to the old city walls and ancient Roman Fortress, visitors will be captivated and intrigued by this world-class city. For a walk through Ruse & Bulgaria's history, a visit to the Regional Museum of History and Pantheon of National Heroes are a few musts. If you're looking for accommodation or dining options, the Hotel Vega, Mehana Chiflika (for traditional Bulgarian) or Leventa Complex (upscale food & winery) are excellent choices.
It's incredible.
It was found in the 1st century AD by the Romans and here you can see over 300 historical
buildings.
It's an architectural gem, that is why it's been nicknamed Little Vienna.
Right now we're enjoying a beer here at Liberty Square, which is on Aleksandrovska Street,
which is a pedestrian-friendly street that is parallel to the Danube River.
We're going to spend about 48 hours here, now come along for the ride.
Cheers!
The weight of this bag represents 2,820 menat, which is what a Roman soldier would earn in
one year.
It's really, really heavy.
By the 1st century AD, the Romans had established many settlements along the Danube River.
Ruset was one of those settlements, where you see behind me are the walls of the Fortress
of the Port of Sixty Ships, which is the name the Romans gave this city.
Historians believe that the walls were 10 meters in height and 2 meters thick.
A visit to the Fortress is a great way to understand the history of the city and the
reach of the Roman Empire.
For those of you interested in Bulgarian national history, the Pantheon of National Heroes is
a must-see.
This national temple mausoleum contains the remains of 453 activists of the Bulgarian
National Revival, many of whom were from Ruset.
The people whose bones are housed here participated in helping Bulgaria become an independent
state.
Here are two dining options, one traditional and one historical with a fantastic winery.
If you plan to stay a night or two, we recommend the 3-star boutique hotel, Vega.
If you're considering traveling to Bulgaria and you're a fan of culture and architecture,
then a stop in Ruset is a must.
