Koprivchtitsa is one of the most charming small Bulgariantowns, still preserving the atmosphere of the National Revival period, is huddled in the mountain folds 111 km east of Sofia. The town is a unique combination of a legendary history and fascinating present. No other Bulgarian museum town boasts such a large number of houses and monuments - 383 in all, most of which have been restored to their original appearance. A unique collection of ethnographical treasures, old weapons, National Revival works of art, fine fretwork, household weaves and embroidery, national costumes and typical Bulgarian jewelry has also been preserved. It was here that the first bullet of the April Uprising against the Ottoman oppressors was fired in 1876.
Specialists say that every house in Koprivshtitsa is a work of art. The Oslekov, Kableshkov and Lyutov houses are fine examples of this. The houses dated to the second half of the 19th century have exqusite painted facades and sunny ve- randahs, with carved ceilings and stylish European furnishings.
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One of the delegates, however, disclosed the plot to the Ottoman authorities.
On April 20th, 1876, Ottoman police made an attempt to arrest the leader of the local revolutionary committee in Koprivchtitsa, Todor Kableshkov.
In conformity with the decisions taken at Oborishte, the local committee attacked the headquarters of the Ottoman police in the town and proclaimed the insurrection two weeks in advance.
Bansko and Koprivchtitsa and famous Rila monastery and Boyana Church.
We have dinner in a 19th century house that is now a restaurant.
This village was among the most important economic center during the Ottoman period and has its own charm and a well-kept architectural heritage from 18-19th centuries.
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