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Town of Shipka

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The town of Shipka was established 630 years ago in order to protect and support the pass. The hills were overgrown with dog-roses, that's where the name of the town comes from - Shipka meaning wild rose.
One of the most important battles for the liberation of Bulgaria took place on the peak of Shipka.
The houses in Shipka are more than 130 years old. A part of the main occupations is still preserved: cutlery, carpentry, sword production. The town of Shipka is famous for the high buttery sheep's milk. Strawberries, apples and herbs grow well there.

Shipka is a real cultural centre of the Bulgarian lands. The town is situated just 5 km from the beautiful rose town of Kazanlak, in close vicinity to Koprinka Dam and the valley of the Thracian Kings. The beauty of the area, the good climate and fresh mountain air of Shipka ensures relaxing holidays throughout the whole year.

Sightseeing: One of the most popular attractions and a symbol of the town is the Russian Church of Shipka. In honour of the perished Russian soldiers and Bulgarian volunteers in the Russian - Turkish war of liberation a large beautiful monastery "Nativity" was built at the food of Stara Planina above the town of Shipka.
The monastery was constructed in period 1885 - 1902 and the land property was granted by local people.
The monastery church "Nativity" is very impressive. It is real masterpiece of architecture and was declared as a monument of culture. The temple was built in the Russian cathedrals traditional style from 17 century. The golden domes are shining far from the distance and the versicoloured inlays are like alive. There is 53 m long bell tower with 17 bells. The biggest one weights 12 t. The visitors can see 24 marble plates with the names of 18,491 Russian and Bulgarian soldiers who gave their life in battle at Shipka and Kazanlak.

Vicinities: The famous "Golyamata Kosmatka" Mound, Shipka Peak, Shipka Monastery, the valley of the kings with numerouus mounds, tombs and sanctuaries of Thracian origin, as well as Koprinka Dam are situated in the surrounding areas of the beautiful town of Shipka.

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