Provadia

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Ovech Castle lies in Provadia town in the northeastern Bulgaria, in Varna Province, close to the Black Sea. The medieval Bulgarian name corresponds directly to ovca = sheep. Ovech was key center of the First Bulgarian Empire with an important monastery at the modern village of Ravna, of the church consecrated in 897, and a major scriptorium of the Preslav Literary School. The rebel leader and subsequently emperor of Bulgaria Ivaylo defeated in 1279 a 10,000-strong Byzantine army near the city. During the Second Bulgarian Empire in the 14th century Ovech was the seat of a metropolitan. Ottomans captured Ovech after a long siege in 1388. In the 17th and 18th century Provadia /Turkish name/ was a commercial center of the Ottoman Empire and inhabited by many Jewish and Ragusan /Dubrovnik/merchants. The 16th-17th-century Dubrovnik-style church still stands in the nearby village of Dobrina.
Ovech Castle lies in Provadia town in the northeastern Bulgaria, in Varna Province, close to the Black Sea. The medieval Bulgarian name corresponds directly to ovca = sheep. Ovech was key center of the First Bulgarian Empire with an important monastery at the modern village of Ravna, of the church consecrated in 897, and a major scriptorium of the Preslav Literary School. The rebel leader and subsequently emperor of Bulgaria Ivaylo defeated in 1279 a 10,000-strong Byzantine army near the city. During the Second Bulgarian Empire in the 14th century Ovech was the seat of a metropolitan. Ottomans captured Ovech after a long siege in 1388. In the 17th and 18th century Provadia /Turkish name/ was a commercial center of the Ottoman Empire and inhabited by many Jewish and Ragusan /Dubrovnik/merchants. The 16th-17th-century Dubrovnik-style church still stands in the nearby village of Dobrina.
Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village

Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village

Varna District of Provadia
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Provadia. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Ovech Fortress is located ...
Incredible villa, amazing holiday, beautiful country
The villa is just perfect. There are 3 big double bedrooms, all with their own bathroom. One of the bedrooms is annexed to the main house, which is perfect for parents who want a bit of space away from older children. Everything you need is there, it really feels like home. But the best part is the ...

Reviewed on 12 August 2017

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Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village
Golden Tulip Varna

Golden Tulip Varna

4 out of 5
3 A Hristo Botev Blvd Varna
The price is AED 380 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
AED 380
AED 414 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Varna. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Dormition of the Mother ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (139 reviews)
The Golden Tulip Hotel in Varna truly exceeded my expectations. The room was absolutely amazing and incredibly spacious. I was impressed by how clean and comfortable everything felt. The breakfast was very good and provided a great start to the day. The receptionist and the security officer were ...

Reviewed on 1 December 2025

Golden Tulip Varna
Hotel mOdus

Hotel mOdus

2 out of 5
46 Stefan Stambolov Str Varna
The price is AED 303 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 303
AED 330 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Varna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Varna Aquarium and Festival centre Varna ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
My stay was comfortable, convenient, and quiet. The staff were helpful. I appreciated being able to leave luggage and borrow a bicycle.

Reviewed on 24 December 2025

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Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village

Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village

Varna District of Provadia
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Provadia. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Ovech Fortress is located ...
Incredible villa, amazing holiday, beautiful country
The villa is just perfect. There are 3 big double bedrooms, all with their own bathroom. One of the bedrooms is annexed to the main house, which is perfect for parents who want a bit of space away from older children. Everything you need is there, it really feels like home. But the best part is the ...

Reviewed on 12 August 2017

Luxurious accomodation set within the charm of a traditional Bulgarian Village
Villa Viara in Rural Pchelnik

Villa Viara in Rural Pchelnik

Pchelnik Varna
Stay at this chalet in Dolni Chiflik. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Simple, slow and tasty
We've had a lovely time in the village. The place was tidy and the garden had plenty of fresh vegetables for us to pick. The yard and the pool were well kept and we enjoyed both of them throughout the day.

Reviewed on 28 August 2022

Villa Viara in Rural Pchelnik
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Varna Varna
Stay at this apartment in Varna. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Festival centre Varna and Varna Aquarium are located ...
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Salla Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Salla Estate during your travels to Blaskovo.

Salla Estate

Ovech Fortress

After visiting Ovech Fortress, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Provadia.

Ovech Fortress