You will see The Transfiguration monastery. The largest and most visited Monastery in the Veliko Tarnovo region with valuable icons, books, paintings and wonderful architecture. On the south outer wall you will see the composition 'The Cycle of Life' reflecting the human life path, the beginning and the end. The views here are magnificent and you will enjoy the peacefulness of this lovely place.

A stop at a beautiful local waterfall and Eco Trail will give you wonderful photo opportunities - good footwear is recommended if you would like to take a look at the mini waterfalls and pools that loom above.

Then onto the remains of an ancient Roman town founded in 101 - 106 AD by Emperor Trajan. You will not be disappointed at what you see here it is a fantastic site that will stimulate your imagination.

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 The Kaprinovski Monastery is one of the largest in Bulgaria. Situated close to the Veselina River the present building was built in 1825, there are beautiful protruding bays and open wooden verandas, with a peaceful courtyard it is a lovely place to see. The Monastery offers very basic rustic accommodation perfect if you are looking for peace and tranquility.

Take lunch at the local restaurant (weekends only) or take a picnic, spend time sunbathing and cooling of in the natural pools of the River Veselina. Some brave visitors dive from the rocks that tower above the river at the amazement of the onlookers. 
    
Don't forget swimwear and towel!!!!    

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 A relaxing day at the Emen Eco trail to see the amazing Canyon. The Canyon starts with the cave and ends with the waterfall 'Momin Skok'. The caves in the summer are home to hundred of bats that fly above your head if you are brave enough to enter the cave. The walk along to the waterfall must be done in sensible shoes and it is well worth it. 

(Mon - Fri only) After the visit to the Eco Trail we will visit Negovanka Complex for lunch and swimming in their pool. Maybe a cool beer or glass of local wine will be perfect while relaxing on the pool side terrace. Horse riding complete with guide and riding lessons are also availabe here please ask for further details
    
Don't forget sturdy shoes, swimwear and towel!!                   

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*Troyan monastery has some of Bulgaria's most interesting internal and external frescos depicting nineteenth century religious art. Some of the scenes show sinners of various kinds being poked and prodded and figures beings pulled into the flames of hell. The icon of the 'three handed virgin' inside who appears to be embracing the infant Jesus with more than two arms is believed to have the power to cure ailments and grant wishes.

In the living quarters of the monastery is the 'hiding place museum' set up when Vasil Levski encouraged monks to start of the revolutionary underground in Troyan. The patriot supposedly hid in this room when agents of the sultan came calling.

This beautiful monastery is in a wonderful setting. As a very popular location it has its own little shops selling traditional Bulgarian souvenirs for your enjoyment.

From here to the mineral spa - here you will bathe in a mineral pool pumped with water that is as hot as your bath. This really is a treat and you will certainly feel relaxed. It is most enjoyable when the weather is at its coldest - imagine soaking in the hot therapeutic water while steam rises and snow is on the ground.

The spa is in the grounds of a hotel and refreshments are available in the restaurant.

Please be cautious if you have any medical conditions that may be affected by the hot water and changes in temperature.

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*Shipkas 'Freedom' monument erected in 1890's is our last stop. Up 500 steps (don’t worry we can drive up) you will be awed at the scenery and monument itself and what it represents. The museum holds weapons and paintings that details the battle, you can pay your respects where the Bulgarian and Russian forces resisted a huge Turkish army in 1877.

*Shipchenski Monastery was built after the liberation as a monument to both the Bulgarian and Russian dead. With its vibrant colours and the gold onion domes rise from the wooded hillside it is a must to see. More shops here with various hand made and traditional items.

Etura for lunch and shopping. This museum-village is strung along a valley with its stream and rich Bird life it has the look of a film set. Built to preserve traditional skills the dwellings the workshops and the bazaar in this village will be a joy to explore.

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*Set in an amazing gorge on the side of a river Dryanoski Monastery was chosen as the place to launch a local uprising in May 1876. Under the leadership of Bacho Kiro and the monk Hariton several hundred rebels defended the Monastery against 10,000 Turkish troops. Kiro was offered his life if he publicly repented - he was hanged when he refused.

*The caves have a small floodlit area with some interesting stalactite formations. Some Stone Age pottery and arrowheads discovered here are in a small museum in the monastery courtyard along with photographs of Bacho Kiro and some rebel skulls.

With the many beautiful timber buildings and the tree studded river this a destination well worth a visit.

*On to Bojentsi for lunch in one of the many traditional mehanas of your choice. According to legend Bojentsi was founded by survivors of the fall of Tarnovo, lead by the Nobel woman Bojena and her nine sons. Bojentsi grew properous throught the enterprise of its smiths, potters ans weavers selling as far afield as Hungary and Russia. Now with many listed buildings the village is typical of how life used to be with humble dwellings and workshops used by the artisans of its time.

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