Day-Trip to the Rensaissance Town of Koprivshtitsa from Plovdiv

Overview

The Bulgarian Revival Period, also known as the Bulgarian Renaissance, has left a rich legacy of colorful architecture and historical artifacts. Koprivshtitsa is a town-museum that preserves that legacy. Its historic Old Town is home to many house-museums, each beautifully decorated in its own unque way. See reproductions of life in Bulgaria's rural past, traditional arts and crafts, and historical documents. Enjoy a walk in an architectural reserve and learn about the local culture.

Itinerary

1. Lyutov House Museum

   This late Revival Period architectural masterpiece was built in 1854. Its internal walls are decorated in intricate murals. The so-called "Blue Room" is particularly interesting, with exquisite ceilings and a niche in the wall that is painted to resemble a theater scene. The museum also showcases clothing, household objects and furniture that offer insight into the life of the higher echelons of society in the past.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

2. Georgi Benkovski House Museum

   The Georgi Benkovski house-museum once belonged to and commemorates the life of a revolutionary and leading figure in the organization of the April Uprising - the most significant, and arguably most brutal, uprising in Bulgarian history. The exhibition features documents related to his life and revolutionary work, as well as his personal rifle. This building from 1831 recreates the authentic home setting of a reasonably wealthy citizen of that time.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

3. Todor Kableshkov House Museum

   The Todor Kableshkov house-museum is the historic home of the prominent revolutionary T. Kableshkov, built in 1845 in the Revival Period style more typical of the Plovdiv region. It was the first of Koprivshtitsa’s monuments to be restored. It now houses an exhibition dedicated to his life’s work.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

4. Dimcho Debelyanov House

   The Dimcho Debelyanov house-museum presents the life and literary works of the great Bulgarian poet Dimcho Debelyanov. It has two floors, a beautiful courtyard and a furnished restoration of the Debelyanov family living room. The ceilings inside are unusually low.

   · 15 min· Admission not included

5. Oslekov's House

   The "Oslekovata kashta" house-museum was built in 1856 and is now the most visited house in Koprivshtitsa. It is an exceptional example of late Bulgarian Revival residential architecture, decorated in the Baroque style, with an colourfully painted ground-floor façade. Its courtyard is narrow and the house itself consists of a basement, a ground floor and an upper floor. The ethnographic exposition showcases a collection of original women's clothing and ornaments, hand-knit socks, and more. The original owner of the house was Nencho Oslekov, who participated in the organisation of the April Uprising in 1876. Entry optional.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

We will pick you up from any hotel in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. If you would like a pick up from any location within Bulgaria, you can take advantage of our transportation services (fees are calculated based on the distance to Koprivshtitsa).

How to use your ticket

Your transportation and tour guide will pick you up from a pre-arranged location (such as your hotel in Plovdiv). You can stay in touch with them by phone before the pick up time.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

Product code: 74007P3

Activity offered by Enjoy Plovdiv via Viator.