A Newly Discovered Bishop’s Residence in the Southeastern Part of Trapezitsa (12th – 14th Centuries)

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Pages: 351-366
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54664/MJCF5577

Abstract:

The sector examined is situated on three adjacent ledges, on the southernmost of which a large ensemble covering an area of 900 m2 was discovered. It was constructed during the first half of the 13th century and existed until the fall of Tarnovo at the end of the 14th century. Two wings were discovered. The west wing is a chain building. The inner walls are plastered and the floors are covered with a brick pavement. The north wing (a dining hall) was constructed in a similar manner. Also, a large domestic furnace was uncovered, as well as elliptical heating equipment. The newly discovered ensemble is a contribution to the understanding of the urban planning of the sector. Here, no traces were found of residential buildings, production and trade structures, necropolises, etc. In this context, an urban environment was formed here, only with large enclosed ensembles, bordering with one another and inhabited by representatives of the eminent metropolitan aristocracy.

Keywords:

church; enclosed complex; dining hall; urban planning.

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