Teteven
The Town Of Teteven Proud And Hospitable is situated in the
northwestern folds of the Central Balkan Mountains; it stretches out for
12 km along the Vit river valley, taut as a bow-string which explains the
etymology of its name. The settlement appeared in the second half of the
14th century, but evidence of settled life in the region refers its
emergence to the ancient times.
One can reach Teteven by bus or car. Regular buses run to Sofia
(110 km) and the district town of Lovech
(70km).
Surrounding Nature
Lying along the Beli Vit river, Teteven is a starting point of a number
of hiking routes leading up the Central Balkan Mountains. In the town
vicinities can be found Koznitsa waterfall and Sinyoto kolelo (the Blue
Wheel) and Yamata (the Pit) caverns. There are two nature reserves on the
territory of Teteven Municipality. Boatin and Tsarichina nature reserves
are part of the Central Balkan Mountains National Park.
The Broadest Beech Forest Belt in Bulgaria is to be found in the region
of Teteven. Carefully protected is the flora and fauna in this portion of
the Balkan Mountains fox, bear, deer, and a variety of fresh-water fish
like mountain barbell, trout, etc. The history of the town is treasured in
historical and architectural monuments. Traditional crafts: brwoodcarving,
turnery, saddlery, iron-smithery and jewelry preserved popular customs and
culture.
The St. Prophet Elijah Monastery (14th c.) situated in the northeastern
section of Teteven at the foot of Ostrets massif The Glozhene Monastery of
St. George is hardly among Bulgaria's biggest monasteries, but it may well
be classed among the most inaccessible ones. It takes about an hour to
climb the winding footpath from Glozhene village (12 km off Teteven) up to
the monastery itself. There is also a dirt road enabling oneto reachthe
place by car.
Baev Mound and Kostina locality (place of revolutionary Georgi
Benkovski's death)by the village of Ribaritza.
Bobev House, Hadzhiivanov House and Yorgov House - striking examples of
National Revival architecture in Teteven.
National Children's Folk Festival - held every odd year over the last
weekend in May.
Teteven Autumn Fair - held traditionally on the firstweekend of
October. Traditional Crafts, demonstrated in Teteven - woodcarving (wooden
wine vessels, kegs, distaffs, wooden bowls and low wooden tables),
turnery, weaving, whittling, harness making, jewelry.
Opportunities and Facilities
Outings to the peaks surrounding Teteven with panoramic views of the
town and its vicinities.
Hiking activities - trails to all vicinal chalets are blazed. The
Municipal Tourist Information Office offers to the lovers of natural
beauty and adventure seekers the newest tourist product Weekend in Teteven.
It comprises 8 breathtaking guided tours in the picturesque Teteven
Mountains.
Cycling tours - blazed cycling trails and experienced guides are
ensured.
Ski courses-in Teteven and by Elprom chalet Coasting courses.
Indoor mineral water swimming-pool in Teteven and outdoor swimming-pool
in Ribaritsa village.
Restaurants, cafes and cocktail bars, night clubs and discotheques will
make your stay enjoyable. |
