In year 2000 an expedition for Thracian barrows’ studying lead by Dr. Georgi Kitov studied magnificent Thracian cult complex built near by village of Starosel. The discovery was declared as no.1 Archeological event not only for the year, but also for the last century of the second millenium. Some people perceived it as the most significant event in the history of Thracian archaeology. The imposing temple in Chetiniova barrow and the rich graves around it are the next proof of the exceptional artistic and technical potentials of Thracian community – the oldest nation known by name, who lived in the lands of present Bulgaria. The region has its chances to become a first class tourist attraction in Europe.

Among all elements of the Thracian cult complex near by Starosel, unquestionably the temple has leading role. Because of that and in order to be seen from a distance, the so-called today Chetiniova barrow is fenced round with well polished granite blocks. Its length is 241 m and current height is 3.5 m, while in the antiquity its height was approximately 5 m, as for the building were used at least 5000 polished blocks. The wall outlines a circle, symbolizing the sun, as per the Thracian religion. On southeast side the circle is broken and in this orifice begins the front stairs leading to the temple. It has 9 steps, made of excellent polished stone blocks and plates.

The front stairs lead to a landing with a size enough big to be used for rite dances. From the edge of the landing, slopes up a passage, leading to façade of the real temple. The passage is imposing. Its length is 10 m and its width is 6 m. The walls are impressive with a height of 5 meters. The huge stone blocks, which are used for the building, are left coarse and make every visitor feeling small and show the greatness and the superiority of the one for whom this temple was build. The visitor remains surprised comparing the rough sidewalls and the fine elegance of the facade. It was made of big, but perfectly polished blocks of softer type of stone having green color – volcanic tuff, which was most probably brought here from 30 km distance, not far from Strelcha, where it present.

The second premise has round shape. Its diameter is 5.40 m and it is the most specious premises in Bulgaria. It has 10 ornamental semi columns on its periphery, made stylish by means of 9 vertical flutes. From the up-side they finish with original, painted in blue and red capitals.

The Thracian temple in Chetiniova barrow is covered with temporarily protective building. It is guarded and can be visited every day. The working time is from 8 am to 5 pm in winter and 6 pm in summer. There are guides that provide tourists with useful information, colored post cards, folders in Bulgarian and English, booklets about the site and excavations, translated in several languages.

Village of Starosel has road connections and regular coach lines with Sofia, Plovdiv, Hisar, Karlovo. There are some cosy restaurants with high-quality service.