Dr. Georgi Kitov

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Published on Tuesday, 01 September 2009 15:34

Dr. Georgi Kitov has dedicated this book to one of his most important discoveries - the Thracian tomb from the IV century B.C. near the village of Alexandrovo, Haskovo Municipality.

The famous Bulgarian archaeologist has presented in detail the key points and experiences associated with excavations in Alexandrovo, the exciting moments of the tomb’s discovery, the difficulties in dealing with its preservation and protection of its priceless murals.

In a sweepingly lively and interesting style, Dr. Kitov has described the interior of the tomb, its architecture and construction and incredibly realistic mural paintings.

His in-depth interpretation of the depicted hunting scenes reveals a totally different world in front of the reader’s eyes, conveying messages of mysteries of the ancient Thracian civilization still untold.