The ancient city of Plovdiv is one of the best preserved architectural monuments, the importance of which dates from the Bulgarian Renaissance to our time, and is clearly visible on every part of the city in terms of ancient architecture, its modern heritage streets, its distinctive tourist places, and many places that introduce us more to the history of the region, and from The most important place that you should visit when you are here is the Alyosha Monument.

Visible across the ancient Bulgarian city of Plovdiv, this colossal 36-foot-tall statue of a Russian soldier was erected in 1957. The monument is dedicated to the Red Army for the “liberation” of Bulgaria in 1944. Apart from the political aspect, the hill is a favorite spot. To all visitors and citizens of Plovdiv, the name Alyosha Monument comes from a common nickname for Russian soldiers and it is also the title of the official anthem of Plovdiv during the Soviet era in Bulgaria, although the monument faced attempts of destruction and vandalism, it still left its mark on the city of Plovdiv, and still One of the most striking reminders of the Soviet period in Bulgaria.

In addition to its amazing historical importance, the monument has become a wonderful place for hiking with family and friends, with a stunning 360-degree view of Plovdiv and the Rhodope Mountains. For lovers of climbing and adventures, you can enjoy here, because climbing to the top is also fun, where you can see small cacti, wildlife and many birds, including In that there are swallows and eagles, and it also gives you the opportunity to take the best wonderful pictures and enjoy the amazing view of the city at sunset and sunrise, and on the eastern side there is a garden with many benches and many playgrounds that provide you with a fun time with the whole family.