Arbanassi

Arbanasi (Bulgarian: Арбанаси) is a small village close to the city of Veliko Tarnovo in the north-central part of Bulgaria, notable for its preserved 19th century architecture and old churches.

Get in


From Veliko Tarnovo you can take taxi to Arbanasi, which should cost 3-5 levs. There is also an infrequent local bus. The hike from Arbanassi to Veliko Turnovo is especially scenic.

Get around
It is easy to walk all around town.

See
Several churches. The most impressive one is the Nativity Church, entirely covered with frescos.

There are also museum houses. In the central square of Arbanasi you can find a tourist info board with map.

Go next
There are taxis in central square. There's also one bus stop in the center, and there are bus time tables, so if you are lucky you can take a cheap bus journey.