It’s hard to imagine what ancient civilization was like when you just read about it in history books. To make it really come alive, visit these ancient cities that are still thriving today while maintaining their ancient roots.
Athens, Greece
The home of modern civilization and philosophy is still buzzing today. Athens was thought to have been inhabited since sometime between the 7th and 11th century BC, and there are so many archaic buildings like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and more, that show just how strong the Greeks were thousands of years later.
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Although your mind probably doesn’t jump straight to Bulgaria when you think of ancient places, but in truth, Plovdiv, formally known as Philippopolis by the Greeks, was once a major city for the Romans, and later, the Ottomans. Plovdiv dates back at least 6,000 years, and is actually the second largest country in Bulgaria.
Jerusalem, Israel
As a religious capital, Jerusalem is clear in its importance. But a lot of people forget it’s truly an ancient city with a lot of historical importance. Jerusalem is said to be anywhere from 4,000-5,000 years old, and really it’s a miracle it still stands today after being attacked so many times throughout history.
