The city Veliko Tarnovo is located in Northern Bulgaria . It is located along the river Yantra. The history of Veliko Tarnovo dates back to the 13th century BC. There is evidence that a Thracian settlement was located on the territory of today's city. During the Middle Ages, Veliko Tarnovo was the capital of the Second Bulgarian State. After the Liberation, a Constituent Assembly was held in the city, which drew up the first Bulgarian constitution. Today, Veliko Tarnovo is a beautiful and lively city that has preserved the atmosphere of one of the greatest cities in Bulgaria . You can enjoy the wonderful Sound and Light show, which includes light effects accompanied by original music. The show recreates the history of the Bulgarian state. Read useful information about the Sound and Light show in the Attractions section.
The medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, Tarnovo is a city that offers many sights, attractions and pleasant places, it is a city with a strong spirit and charm, with a lot of power, radiated by the Tsarevets fortress and the towering Asenevtsi monument . Near the city is another historical reserve, the village of Arbanasi , whose houses are famous throughout the country for their remarkable architecture.
If you want to buy souvenirs, paintings, art objects or handmade gifts and ornaments, take a walk through the Samovodska Bazaar.
