Which is the most prominent sight of Veliko Tarnovo?
Definitely the fortifications located across the Tsarevets hill! In 1187, two years after throwing off the Byzantine rule, the brothers Peter and Assen proclaimed Veliko Tarnovo capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. Until the 14th century, when the Turks conquered the country, the town was an important political, trade and cultural centre in Europe. However, in 1393, despite the fortifications and the protective ramparts, Veliko Tarnovo was brutally captured and burnt down to the ground by the Turks. Today youll find the fully restored Holy Assumption Patriarchal Church which has a modern interior and recorded monastic chanting. Below is the Royal Palace which has been home of kings and noble men for two centuries but its still under reconstruction. To the west is the restored Baldwin Tower, named after Baldwin of the Flanders, a Crusader. According to folklore legends, Baldwin was imprisoned here. The Queen fell in love with him and tried to help him escape. The King executed Baldw
