Plovdiv
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- proper noun
- In an article reflecting on the content being posted on the website of the Plovdiv diocese, it said that an article stating that Nikolai had walked out of the November 10 Holy Synod election meeting because he was offended at the planned feast and whisky "is already the third version of why the youngest metropolitan demonstratively left the meeting in question."
- Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Examples
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The ancient city of Plovdiv features stunning Roman ruins and beautiful architecture from different eras.
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But an ancient set of figures was also found at excavations in the Bulgarian town of Plovdiv.
Blog text (19) -
"Similar yellow writings in themselves do not deserve attention, but the fact of their publication on the official website of the Plovdiv diocese says that we are entering a very bad phase of church life."
Blog text (17) -
In Plovdiv, which has a large lead and zinc smelter just outside the city limits, children's blood showed dangerously high lead levels.
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Nysus became Nish, Serbia, Scopi became Scopia, N Macedonia, Philipopolis became Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
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Plovdiv is known for its rich history and vibrant culture, making it a popular destination in Plovdiv.
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As one of the oldest cities in Europe, Plovdiv offers a glimpse into Bulgaria's past and cultural heritage.
Synonyms
An ancient city in southern Bulgaria now called Plovdiv
Surface Forms
Etymology
Plovdiv comes from the older name Philippopolis, which combines Philip (a ruler's name) and -polis meaning 'city'. So it was 'Philip's city', and that helps explain why Plovdiv became an important cultural and trade centre.