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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 |
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With the financial support of the Swiss government |
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Balkan Mountains (Stara Planina) is a range stretching away from west to east across the country and contributes significantly to the mountains that occupy almost a quarter of the country. It gave its name to the Peninsula.
As the longest mountain chain there creates the first major climatic division between a moderate continental north on the Danubian Plain and the southern area influenced by the Mediterranean climate.
STARA PLANINA was known under the name of HEMUS, meaning "Snow capped mountain", a name given by the ancient Romans. To all Bulgarians it is simply the BALKAN, their memory, history, cultures and tradition.
The region occupying the Central Part of the mountain is a harmonious blend of history, traditions, and fascinating scenery. It offers a perfect balance between touring, sightseeing and leisure time.
Tucked away in the mountain slopes are the beautiful TRYAVNA, the town with unique architecture, woodcarving and icon paintings, GABROVO - a living exhibition town, APRILTSI - the sunny valley in the very heart of the Balkan, TROYAN - the town of the artistic craftsmen, and TETEVEN - a proud and hospitable town. Visiting any of these places you will be able to experience the wonders of a region rich in history, tradition and natural beauty, and above all the unique Bulgarian spirit kept alive over the centuries.
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