Samovodska Charshiya

Authentic craftsmen street from the Bulgarian Revival era

Samovodska Charshiya
1.5 km from Hotel Akvaya

Samovodska Charshiya is one of the most colorful places in Veliko Tarnovo – a street where time seems to have stopped. Established in the 19th century as a commercial center, today it preserves the authentic Revival-era atmosphere with its craft workshops, small shops and traditional Bulgarian products. Here visitors can watch masters at work – potters, woodcarvers, icon painters and confectioners, as well as taste local culinary delights. Samovodska Charshiya is a place for strolling, inspiration and an encounter with living Bulgarian traditions.

What you'll see

  • Traditional crafts
  • Authentic architecture
  • Handmade souvenirs
  • Galleries and studios
  • Revival-era atmosphere

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