Sarafkina House
Veliko Tarnovo
Sarafkina House, built in 1861 by an unknown master, is a five-story Renaissance-era building located on Gurko Street in Veliko Tarnovo. It was owned by Dimo Sarafa, a notable merchant, and his wife Anastasia Sarafkina, after whom the house is named. The building features wooden shutters on street-facing windows and several supporting columns, with the main representative rooms situated on the upper two floors. A vestibule on the fourth floor offers views of the Yantra River valley. The house is emblematic of the Bulgarian National Revival architectural style and has been preserved as a cultural monument. In 1915, it was purchased by Metropolitan Ilarion Nevrokopski, and after his death, inherited by his nephews. The house was restored in 1981 and converted into a museum exhibiting folk art from the Tarnovo region. It also served as a filming location for the movie "The Tsaritsa of Tarnovo." Sarafkina House stands out for its architectural composition, including a wooden parapet with eight columns enclosing the elongated lobby space.
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Consiglio: Visitors are advised to explore Sarafkina House during spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and scenic views of the Yantra River valley from the fourth-floor vestibule. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended during peak tourist seasons. The museum offers insights into Bulgarian Renaissance architecture and folk art, making it ideal for cultural enthusiasts. Guided tours may enhance the experience by providing historical context and architectural details.
Fatti interessanti
- •Sarafkina House has five floors, which is unusual for residential buildings of its time in Veliko Tarnovo.
- •The house features a distinctive five-story wooden parapet supported by eight wooden columns with curved iron rods.
- •It was used as a filming location for the Bulgarian historical film "The Tsaritsa of Tarnovo."
- •The fourth-floor vestibule offers panoramic views over the Yantra River valley.
- •The house was purchased by Metropolitan Ilarion Nevrokopski in 1915 and stayed in his family until it became a museum.
Storia
Sarafkina House was constructed in 1861 during the Bulgarian National Revival period by an unknown craftsman.
It belonged to Dimo Sarafa, a prominent local merchant, and his wife Anastasia.
The house survived the 1913 earthquake that damaged many Veliko Tarnovo buildings.
In 1915, Metropolitan Ilarion Nevrokopski acquired the property, and it remained in his family after his death in 1925.
The house was restored in 1981 and transformed into a museum dedicated to folk art of the Tarnovo region, preserving its cultural and architectural heritage.
Guida del luogo
Main Representative Rooms1861
Located on the upper two floors, these rooms showcase traditional interior design and serve as the primary exhibition spaces for folk art from the Tarnovo region.
Fourth Floor Vestibule1861
A prominent feature offering expansive views of the Yantra River valley, this glazed porch area serves as a social and visual highlight of the house.
Wooden Parapet and Columns1861
The elongated lobby space is surrounded by a wooden parapet with eight supporting wooden columns and decorative curved iron sticks, illustrating the craftsmanship of the era.
Contatto
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