Bulgaria is a rose lover's paradise. The country is the world's largest producer of rose oil, which believe it or not, is more valuable than gold!
We began our day in Arbanasi, a historic village founded in the 15th century. We visited the House of Konstantsalievt to see how wealthy merchants lived here in the 1600's.
The comfortable home included an attractive kitchen and a simple but private indoor toilet room.
The highlight was a visit to the 15th c. Nativity Church, the oldest church in the town, to see its magnificent frescos dating to 1681. The three galleries, which felt as if they were underground, were covered with artwork from floor to ceiling.
Most notably, the art included a very early depiction of The Last Supper and possibly the very first example of the HolyTrinity.
Veliko Taranovo is touted as the most beautiful historical city in Bulgaria, and we wished we had more time to explore it. This is a view of Tsarevets Fortress, the city's most iconic landmark.
We spent most of our time wandering the wonderful artisan shops along the shopping mecca callled Gurko Street.
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