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Tsarevets Fortress

Medieval fortress, seat of Second Bulgarian Empire 1185-1393.

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Admission Ticket

€8 adults

Best Time to Visit

Sunset for light show; 8am opening

Overview

206m hill, 3.6km walls. Bulgarian Patriarch cathedral. Baldwin Tower 85m. Sound and Light show nightly.

Local Insider Tips

1

Visit Patriarchal Cathedral

2

Climb Baldwin Tower (180 steps)

3

Watch 9pm Sound and Light show (free)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:How old?

Built 1185-1393, inhabited since 3000 BC.

Q:How long?

2-3h.

Location Details

CityVeliko Tarnovo
CountryBulgaria
Rating
4.5 / 5.0

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