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Tryavna is situated in central Bulgaria, about 250 kilometers from Sofia and Varna, and at an elevation of 440 meters above mean sea level. The settlement is located at the foot of Stara planina\u2019s northern slopes (Old Mountain, the Balkan). Tryavna has a population of roughly 10,000 people.<\/p>

According to historical records, Thracian tribes occupied the area around the modern-day town. As early as the 18th century, a community existed there, and by the 19th century, the town had developed into a cultural and craft center. During the Bulgarian Revival Period (18th\u201319th centuries), the town established the Tryavna Artistic School.<\/p>

Even now, Tryavna retains the essence of this era. The Clock Tower, one of Tryavna\u2019s icons, is located in the town\u2019s center. It was constructed in 1814 and stands at a height of 21 meters. By virtue of publication in the State Gazette, issue No 96 of 1967, the tower was designated an architectural-construction monument of national significance.<\/p>

The Tryavna Artistic School\u2019s works are on exhibit at a number of institutions. The Daskalov\u2019s House is home to the world-famous wood-carved suns. They were created by masters Ivan Bochukovetsa and Dimitar Oshanetsa, who competed against one another in 1808 to demonstrate their abilities. Additionally, the Museum of Wood Carving is located nearby. Daskalov\u2019s House was designated an architectural-construction monument of national significance in 1967 after publication in the State Gazette, issue No 96. On a hill above Tryavna, the Museum of Icons preserves artifacts of the Tryavna Icon-Painting School. It features over 160 original icons and tools from the collection of Tryavna\u2019s icon painters. The museum is housed in a building that was constructed to serve as a chapel for the nearby pediatric pulmonary hospital.<\/p>

Slaveykov\u2019s House is directly across the street from Daskalov\u2019s House. Petko Slaveykov (1827 \u2013 1895), a poet, and his wife Irina raised their whole family there. A particular display of papers chronicles Petko\u2019s and his son, the poet Pencho Slaveykov\u2019s creative achievements.<\/p>

The Old School, which allows visitors to experience how courses were conducted in 1893, is also situated in the town center. The school-display museum\u2019s contains texts, aids, and certificates. Additionally, visitors will find an interesting collection of watches from various historical eras as well as paintings by artist Dimitar Kazakov (1933 \u2013 1992). The Church of Archangel Michael, which was established in the 12th century according to local traditions, is situated next to the Old School. Visitors are drawn to the wood-carved iconostasis and wall murals. Archangel Michael Temple, which, according to local legends, dates all the way back to the 12th century, is also nearby.<\/p>

Raykov\u2019s House is another local attraction. The house\u2019s exhibition blends traditional Bulgarian practices with Western European influences. This was the home of Pencho Raykov, Bulgaria\u2019s first professor of chemistry. By virtue of publication in the State Gazette, issue No 96 of 1967, the house and its yard were designated architectural-construction monuments of national significance.<\/p>

Tryavna is home to the Balkan Peninsula\u2019s only Museum of Asian and African Art, whose collection of African and Asian artifacts and religious sculptures was given by artist Zlatko Paunov. Over 380 artefacts from Tibet, Nepal, India, and numerous African nations are on display in the museum. There are statues of the most revered Asian deities on display. African art is embodied through objects and masks. Numerous masks associated with voodoo and pagan rites are on show at the museum. The majority of African masks portray devils with their eyes down.<\/p>

At the home where revolutionary Angel Kanchev (1850 \u2013 1872) was born, visitors may learn more about the history of the local people who lived throughout the period of national liberation efforts. There are authentic weaponry, vintage pictures, and artifacts from that era on display. The home was designated a cultural architectural-construction monument upon publication in the State Gazette, number 96 of 1967.<\/p>

The historic street of Tryavna is located on the other side of the nineteenth-century bridge, which has also been designated a cultural architectural-construction monument (by virtue of publication in State Gazette, issue No 96 of 1967). There are several wood carving studios and souvenir stores located there. This section of Tryavna is home to a shoemaker\u2019s business (where leather shoes are created) and a workshop where national costumes are sewn. Art enthusiasts should not miss a visit to the town\u2019s art galleries.<\/p>

Tryavna, located in Central Stara planina, is an excellent location for mountain tourism. The Tryavna Region\u2019s two peaks \u2013 Golyam Krastets (2034 m) and Barzovets \u2013 are accessible through designated tourist paths (897 m). On the heights, chapels dedicated to St. Ivan of Rila, St. Sofia, Vyara, Nadezhda, and Lyubov are constructed (St. Sofia, Faith, Hope, and Love). There are rest areas and shelters located throughout the region. Additional defined paths are available in Balgarka Nature Park, which spans sections of Tryavna and Gabrovo.<\/p>

There are several hotels and family guesthouses in Tryavna and the surrounding area. Additionally, there are several restaurants and places serving fascinating old-recipe prepared foods.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How To Travel To Tryavna<\/h3>

By car<\/strong><\/h5>

Tryavna is ideally located in central Bulgaria \u2014 it takes around three hours to get from all of the country\u2019s main towns, including Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas. Additionally, it is approximately 45 minutes from Veliko Tarnovo. This makes Tryavna an ideal stopover if you\u2019re traveling and want to see as much as possible while you\u2019re here. The town is located on Route 609 and Route 552, which intersect at Tryavna. Highway 55, which runs north-south, passes to the east of the town, while Highway 5 passes to the west.<\/p>

By bus<\/strong><\/h5>

Getting to Tryavna by bus is only available from Sofia (and the nearby larger city of Gabrovo), and the firm Union Ivkoni operates the buses twice daily. A one-way ticket costs around 17 leva (9 EUR), while a two-way ticket costs approximately 27 leva (14 EUR). The bus terminal in Tryavna is less than a ten-minute walk from the city center, so there is no need to worry about getting lost.<\/p>

By train<\/strong><\/h5>

Train travel in Bulgaria is a whole other experience. Let us simply say that our trains have retained their attractiveness from the socialist era and have remained almost unchanged since then. Trains connect Tryavna to almost every important city in the nation. Trains here are very inexpensive, but also unbelievably sluggish (it would take you between 5 and 7 hours to travel between Sofia and Tryavna). Therefore, unless you have unlimited time on your hands, I\u2019d recommend taking a shorter excursion on the Bulgarian trains. However, the railway station is next to the bus terminal, making it rather handy.<\/p>

How To Around Tryavna<\/h3>

The town has a limited bus system, as well as taxis and marshrutkas. However, it is a tiny village, and the most of the historical and fascinating attractions are easily accessible on foot.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Despite its little size, Tryavna offers a plethora of activities.<\/p>