Head south out of Veliko Tarnovo on the Gabrovo road and you will find Tryavna. The old town is very quaint and well preserved.
It is famous for its textile and crafts industry and typical National Revival architecture. Lots of small shops and cafes line the streets and make it a good place for a stroll or just sitting outside a café watching the world go by.
It is a comparatively small and compact town and most of the historical and interesting areas are close enough to each other to be accessed easily on foot.
The National Revival–period homes, stone bridges and cobblestone streets are all aesthetically appealing, as is the sight of the main church selectively floodlit at night. As well as being famous for its textiles, woodworking plays a prominent roll and the eminent Tryavna school of religious woodcarving is in town. However, despite its plethora of exhibitions, museums and churches, Tryavna has not become simply a museum town; a school for woodcarving still exists, attended by young Bulgarians continuing this aspect of their national heritage.
Tryavna is very popular with Bulgarians and as such can get very busy during summer weekends. Parking in the old town is limited but plenty of parking is available in the new town within a short walk.
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