Point of interest

Tsarska Bistrica Palace

2 locals recommend,
Location
Samokov, Sofia Province

Tips from locals

Tsvetelina
September 1, 2017
Royal Palace Bistritsa “Royal Bistrica” is a former palace of the rulers of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom. Located above the resort of Borovets in Rila. It was built between 1898 and 1914 and was performing the functions of a hunting lodge for the kings Ferdinand I and Boris III. Architectural appearance is influenced by the traditional Bulgarian style but together with this it could be seen also European architectural influences. Royal Bistrica is an important part of the history of the last Bulgarian Tsar dynasty. Powerplant that supplies electricity to the palace, was built in 1912, with parts of Siemens. It operates today in its original form. The park surrounding the palace is very...
Royal Palace Bistritsa “Royal Bistrica” is a former palace of the rulers of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom. Located above the resort of Borovets in Rila. It was built between 1898 and 1914 and was performing the functions of a hunting lodge for the kings Ferdinand I and Boris III. Architectural appear…
Gerry
September 27, 2018
The residence of former kings family. You can see the hunting villa and one of the oldest and still working electro plant station in Bulgaria. Walking distance.

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