Veliko Tarnovo, you are gorgeous 

Shot on: October 21, 2023
Location: Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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About this Bulgarian vlog
After arriving in Bulgaria, a number of people insisted that I travel to the former Bulgarian capital, Veliko Tarnovo. I journeyed out and was amazed at the history and culture stemming from this city. The birthplace of the second Bulgarian Empire did not disappoint!
In this episode, we get to see a lot of the Bulgarian attractions in this historical capital, including:
- Tsarevets Fortress
- Ascension Cathedral (Teofan Sokerov)
- Baldwin’s Tower (Aleksandar Reshnov)
- Yantra River
- Tsar Boris III Bridge
- Holy Forty Martyrs Church
- Monument to the Assen Dynasty
- Gurko Street
- Samovodska Chercea Market
- The House with the Monkey (Kolyo Ficheto)
I also got to get a taste of Bulgarian cuisine. The first restaurant that I tried was closed. I ended up stopping at Shtastlivetsa. I ordered a Shopska salad, which is Bulgaria’s national dish. I also got Svinsko, a pork chop fried in garlic. Both are highly recommended! I washed those delicious dishes of Bulgarian cuisine down with a local Bulgarian beer called Shumensko.
About Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria:
Veliko Tarnovo, often referred to as the "City of the Tsars," is a town with a rich historical tapestry woven through the heart of Bulgaria. The city is notably perched on the Yantra River, cradled by three hills, each carrying the weight of its past. It served as the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, gaining prominence from the 12th to the 14th century, a period marked by flourishing culture and significant architectural achievements, including the construction of its imposing fortress, Tsarevets.
The fall of Veliko Tarnovo to the Ottomans in 1393 marked a prolonged period of decline, but the town's spirit endured. It played a pivotal role in the Bulgarian Revival period and the fight for national independence, culminating in the 1879 drafting of the first Bulgarian constitution after liberation.
Today, Veliko Tarnovo’s culture is a palimpsest of its storied history, with medieval traditions living on in its art, festivals, and the proud spirit of its people. The town, with its picturesque houses clinging to the hillsides and its historical monuments, continues to be a bastion of Bulgarian identity and a testament to its resilient past.
About Tsarevets Fortress:
Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Tarnovo stands as an emblem of Bulgaria's medieval might. This historic citadel, once the core of the Second Bulgarian Empire, resonates with tales of past glory and tumult. Built on the site of earlier settlements, the fortress reached its zenith between the 12th and 14th centuries, serving as the residence of Bulgarian tsars. Its imposing walls and towers, strategically perched on a hill overlooking the Yantra River, were both a defense and a statement of power. Today, Tsarevets is a revered cultural monument and a venue for the spectacular Sound and Light show, bringing history to vivid life for visitors from around the globe.
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