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- Koprivshtitsa is one of the most interesting towns in Bulgaria. Having both well preserved ancient houses and a Revival past, it is a town museum in the absolute sense of the word. Situated in Sredna Gora Mountain, on the banks of the Topolka River, Koprivshtitsa originated as a settlement in the 14th century after the invasion of the Turks in the Bulgarian lands. The early history of the settlement is lost in legends. However, its special statute in the 15th to the 17th century secured prosperity and growth. The rich raced to build houses, palaces, magnificent churches, stone bridges and cobblestone streets. They took their models for construction from the architecture of Constantinople, Edirne and Plovdiv. In comparison with the other mountain towns in Bulgaria, the houses in Koprivshtitsa are distinguished for their large open spaces, rich inner and outer decorations. Most splendid are the houses built in the middle of the 19th century (1842-1870) and especially after the Crimean War till the Liberation. At that time the most remarkable architectural monuments in Koprivshtitsa were built. These large houses with their numerous bright windows and splendid decorations of murals, French fashion ornaments and wood-carvings show the prosperity of the owners and arouse the admiration of visitors. Such are Oslekov House, Lyutov House, Kableshkov House as well as other architectural gems. Together with the architectural grandeur of the town, Koprivshtitsa was also a center of active cultural and educational life during the Bulgarian Revival. Koprivshtitsa also lit the fire in the fight for national liberation. The family hotels in Koprivshtitsa offer hospitality and coziness in traditional atmosphere combined with all modern conveniences. Visits to the museums of Koprivshtitsa and walks in nature are the preferred attractions for tourists. The gastronomic specialties and the folk music played in the numerous taverns and restaurants tempt guests to the mountain town.
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