description Thrace Plain Overview
The Thracian lowlands occupy parts of the historical region of Thrace in southeastern Europe, including areas of Bulgaria, Greece, and European Turkey. Much of the drainage is organized around the Maritsa River, known as the Evros in Greece and Meriç in Turkey, and its tributaries. Alluvial soils and a generally favorable growing season support cereals, sunflowers, tobacco, vineyards, orchards, and other agricultural uses.
help Thrace Plain FAQ
Is the Thrace Plain the same place as Bulgaria's Upper Thracian Plain?
Not exactly. The Upper Thracian Plain is the Bulgarian portion centered on the Maritsa valley, while the broader Thracian lowlands extend into northeastern Greece and European Turkey.
Why does the main river of the Thrace Plain have three different names?
The river crosses three countries and is called the Maritsa in Bulgaria, Evros in Greece, and Meriç in Turkey. It ultimately reaches the Aegean Sea near the Greek-Turkish border.
Which major cities are located on the Upper Thracian Plain?
Plovdiv and Stara Zagora are two of the principal Bulgarian cities associated with the plain. Plovdiv stands beside the Maritsa River between the Rhodope Mountains and Sredna Gora.
What crops are grown in the Thracian lowlands?
The warm lowlands support cereals, tobacco, cotton, fruit, and wine grapes. Irrigation from the Maritsa and its tributaries is especially important in southern Bulgaria.
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