Bulgarian Expedition to Explore Orpheus Tomb

Society | May 2, 2004, Sunday // 00:00

An expedition of Bulgarian scientist will start excavations to search Orpheus grave.

The historians promised sensational findings. They will explore the biggest rock tomb on the Balkans. It is situated near the Bulgarian Tatul village.

The tomb was disclosed 75 years ago by Bulgarian professor Venedikov. There is a whole complex of other images and constructions in the vicinity of the tomb: a ritual stairway on the tomb's lower part. Solar circles are hollowed out there, as well as ritual benches.

Orpheus is said to have come from Bulgaria's southern Rhodope Mountains. He is also believed to have been buried there.

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