Regional tourist association Stara Planina 9, Opalchenska Street 5300 Gabrovo, Bulgaria tel./fax: +359 66/ 809 161 tel: +359 66/ 807 137 fax: +359 66/ 806 199 e-mail: office e-mail: info With the financial support of the Swiss government		The region of Central Stara planina lies at a cross-road of the tourist routes leading to Bulgaria's major natural and cultural attractions, as well as to the mountain and sea-side resorts. It includes the towns of Tryavna, Dryanovo, Gabrovo, Sevlievo, Apriltsi, Troyan, Teteven and Lovech. The region offers a mild climate, clear mountain air, warm mineral springs and varied scenery: in short, all you need for a healthy and active holiday. Its highest point - peak Botev - is at 2376 m above sea level. Central part of Stara planina Mountain is rich in natural resources. Among them are Central Balkan National Park and the Park Bulgarka with dozens of mapped-out hiking routes. The place is very suitable for hunting and fishing, mountaineering and biking. Museums, exhibitions, churches, monasteries and the other sights of interest give a full idea of the region's cultural and historical heritage, its traditional arts and folklore.
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