Kabile
The National Archaeological Reserve “Kabile” is an ancient city located on a rocky plateau near Yambol, in close proximity to the present-day village of Kabile. The ancient city is one of the most significant political, economic and religious centres in Thrace during the first millennium BC.
In the 3rd century BC, Kabile was the residence of the Thracian rulers Spartokos and Skostokos. During this period, the city minted its own bronze coins, and in 136 BC it developed as one of the most important Roman military camps in Thrace.
At the beginning of the 1st century, Kabile became an episcopal centre. Archaeological remains provide evidence of a significant Early Christian centre, while life in the ancient city continued until the end of the 6th century, when the Avars destroyed it. The total area of the site is approximately 581 decares.
Today, visitors can explore the archaeological remains of the ancient city, the archaeological museum and the surrounding area. Kabile is one of the most remarkable historical sites in the Yambol region and an excellent destination for anyone interested in archaeology and ancient history.
Kabile is a place where history is preserved not only behind museum displays. A large part of the experience comes from the remains of the ancient city itself.
Visitors can see archaeological structures from different periods of Kabile’s development, including remains associated with Roman military presence and Early Christian life during Late Antiquity.
Walking among the ruins and the open landscape gives visitors a much clearer sense of the scale of the ancient settlement – something that is difficult to experience through museum exhibits alone.