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What city flourished as a cultural center during the reign of Simeon I?

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  • Preslav

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During the reign of Simeon I, the first Bulgarian tsar, Preslav flourished as a cultural center. Simeon I established a new capital at Preslav and began to collect manuscripts, which were copied and translated into Bulgarian. A large number of works were produced in Preslav, including religious texts, legal codes, and historical chronicles. The city also became a center of artistic production, with many churches and monasteries being built.
The Regal Legacy: Unveiling the Reign of Simeon I of Bulgaria

The Regal Legacy: Unveiling the Reign of Simeon I of Bulgaria

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