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"…In those troubled times of wars and treacherousness Bulgarian kingdom became the powerful country of Tzar Simeon. In 1205 Tzar Kaloyan defeated the Crusaders led by Baldwin of Flanders. He captured many counts and generals and forced them to guard the approaches to the town of Serdica. The strategic zone of the Balkan mountain where the old Roman roads passed was assigned to a famous nobleman - count Saint Beauve…" |
| From "For the glory of the Cross" |
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You will find us 62 km from Sofia, 1150 m above the sea, along the gorge of Iskar River and up in the mountains. You can't miss or take a wrong way after the village of Bov. Go through the gates and let us welcome you. Here we bred different animals: cows, sheep, horses, pigs, pheasants, ducks and hens for our eco-products " Chemernik". |
| Bring your friends for a walk or pleasure and relax away from the city jungle in the fresh mountain air. Go up the tower and enjoy the view of the cliffs by Vratsa and Lakatnik, a remarkable creation of the elements. On the other side are the slopes of the Izdremec peak. If the air is clear, you can see even the vaults of the cathedral "Alexander Nevski" in Sofia. Northwest lies a crystal lake, like an enchanted gem, set in the mountain body at 1120 m above the sea. The popular European mountain route E-3 passes through the gates of our farm. In Bulgaria it is known as "From peak Kom to cape Emine". |
Monastery " The seven altars" is founded in 11 century. Except for the high altar, it has 6 smaller altars, therefore its name. Situated in the lovely gorge of Gabrovnica River, it is a wonderful place for rest and relaxing. You can reach it for 2 hours by foot from our farm. Abbot Dimitar will reveal to you some of the monastery cells' secrets. |
When your rest at our farm is over, do not go back straight to the city. Reach Sofia from the side of the town of Botevgrad. This way you can see: |
| Lakatnik |
here are some of the most magnificent cliffs in the gorge of Iskar River.
The symbol of Bulgarian mountaineering.
You can visit the cave "The Dark hole". |
| Monastery of Cherepish |
| Built in the beginning of 17 century, This temple of the ancient history of Bulgaria was burnt down and restored plenty of times. |
| Ritlite (The cart ladders) |
A rocky place near the Iskar River consisting of 3 rocky faces
about 300 m high. The remains of ancient stronghold,
guarding the road to the town of Serdica (Sofia) can still be made out. |
| Vratza |
| A town with rich history, nestled among the magnificent cliffs of the Balkan Mountain, centre of Bulgarian mountaineering. |
| Vratsata |
Unique vertical cliffs, sculptured by the waters of Leva River,
lined by tracing routs for mountaineering. |
| Ledenica cave |
| Amazing with its marvelous cavernous forms and plentiful inside decorations. The cave is cultivated and visitors can enjoy its magnificent view. |
