Monument of the Asenevtsi kings – Veliko Tarnovo

The monument was built in honor of Bulgarian kings Asen, Petar, Kaloyan and Ivan Asen the second. During their reigns Bulgaria achieved its greatest prosperity and mighty. In that time the town of Turnovo was considered as the most amazing town on the Balkan Peninsula. It was unveiled in 1985 during the national celebrations of 800 years since the rebel of the two brothers Asen and Petar after which Turnovo was proclaimed as a capital of the Second Bulgarian State (1185 - 1393). This is the most beautiful monument in Veliko Turnovo and one of the most impressive in Bulgaria as well. Right next to it is the Stambolov Bridge and the State Art Gallery. The most exciting views of Veliko Turnovo are viewable from the monument site. That is why it is considered as a preferred relaxation site.