Architectural, Cultural sights in Koprivshtitsa
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Oslekov House
Oslekov House was built by Oslekov, a rich merchant who was killed in the line of duty during the 1876 April Uprising. Oslekov House was built between 1853 and 1856, and is arguably the best example of Bulgarian National Revival–period architecture in Koprivshtitsa, with a triple-arched entrance, spacious interior, stylish furniture and brightly coloured walls. Woodcarved ceilings, collections of 19th-century costumes, paintings and jewellery add to the experience. Several woodcarvings, some of which were bought during Oslekov’s extensive travels, are also on display.
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Karavelov House
Karavelov House was occupied by the parents of the eminent Lyuben Karavelov (1834–79), a journalist and printer who worked for expatriate Bulgarian revolutionary groups based in Russia, Serbia and Romania. He was also the first chairman of the Bulgarian Central Revolutionary Committee. A printing press where various seditious newspapers of Karavelov’s were produced is among the exhibits. The three separate buildings were constructed between 1810 and 1835.
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Benkovski House
Built in 1831 on a southeastern hillside, Benkovski House is associated with the dashing Georgi Benkovski (1843–76), a rebel cavalry commander who led many successful battles until dying in a Turkish ambush. Above the house, and easy to spot from the village centre, is a huge equestrian statue of Benkovski on horseback; climb up to it for the excellent views over the entire valley.
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Kableshkov House
A well-travelled man of means, Todor Kableshkov (1851–76) is revered as having (probably) been the person who fired the first shot in anger to start the 1876 uprising against the Turks. His former home, the glorious Kableshkov House, dates back to 1845 and has numerous exhibits about the April Uprising. Kableshkov’s grave can also be seen in the grounds of the Church of Uspenie Bogorodichno.
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Debelyanov House
Debelyanov House is dedicated to Dimcho Debelyanov (1887–1916), a great poet who penned outstanding works before tragically dying in WWI. Built in 1830, the house features a pretty garden and numerous displays about Debelyanov, but the expected period furniture is scarce and the ceilings low. Debelyanov’s grave can be seen in the grounds of the Church of Uspenie Bogorodichno.
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