Category: Places To See
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Country Walks Around The Campsite
The country walks around the campsite are simple paths through the fields. The paths are not marked however are very easy to follow as they are used by the farming vehicles so they are large paths. The terrain is mostly earth and some rocks so good footwear is recommended. These walks are not serious hiking…
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Hotel Izvora, Arbanasi
Hotel Izvora, located in the heart of Arbanasi offers indoor and outdoor resturants. The varied menu selection is barbecue, traditional Bulgarian and International dishes. The tavern is a popular destination for locals and tourists and the outdoor gardens are relaxing to sit in whilst enjoying your meal. The website is in English, Hotel Izvora, Arbanasi…
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Han Hadji Nikoli Inn Restaurant, Veliko Tarnovo
Han Hadji Nikoli Inn Restaurant is located on Georgi Sava Rakovski Street in the old part of Veliko Tarnovo. People call this area of town the “Arts and Crafts Street”. People sometimes say Samovodksa Charshiya. Hadji Nikoli, a famous Turnovo tradesman, built the Inn in 1858. He took an active part in the struggle for…
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Shipka Memorial Church
Shipka Memorial church is well-worth a visit. It is surprisingly beautiful and has opulent golden domes which glint in the sunshine. The Church was built at the beginning of the 20th Century. It was built to commemorate Russian troops that died for the liberation of Bulgaria in the Russo-Turkish War, 1877-78. The church’s bell tower is…
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Dragizhevo Village
Locally, people call Dragizhevo “The Cherry Village”. This is because it produces the first and best tasting cherries in Bulgaria. It is great if you are here in late May, as you will get to try some. Dragizhevo is a typical Bulgarian working village. During the warm summer evenings the village comes to life as…
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Bird Watching
Bulgaria is home to over 420 bird species and is one of the up and coming destinations for ornithologists. The various wild habitats provide shelter for 22 endangered species. Hence, Bulgaria is a great place for bird-watching and photography. The Via Ponitca, one of the migratory routes in Europe, passes through Bulgaria. There are two…
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Horse Riding
For visitors, horse riding offers an ideal way to experience the Bulgarian countryside. You can choose from short hacks to longer treks exploring mountains and rivers as you trot along in the sunshine. Arbanasi Riding School supplies the horses, equipment and instructors. It is famous internationally. Riders are assessed before deciding on the length and…
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Local Walking Trails
Walking and hiking have been a popular pastime in Bulgaria for generations. There is a criss-crossed of way-marked eco trails in Bulgaria. The Local Walking Paths lead you through mountains, valleys and villages. There are several beautiful local walking trails close to the campsite that offer tranquility, the beauty of nature and wonderful scenery. Two…
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Dryanovo Cave
Whilst you stay at Camping Veliko Tarnovo, you should visit Dryanovo Cave. It is cool inside the cave system and is a perfect activity for a hot afternoon. It is 300m from Dryanovo Monastery & Ecotrail. Also there is a traditional restuarant on the river bank which sells delicious specialities such as ‘Mish-Mash’and Kavarma. This…
