Samokov: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Samokov is associated with a significant Bulgarian art school from the period of the Bulgarian National Revival. Its painters, icon painters, engravers, and woodcarvers created works for churches and monasteries; goldsmithing and clockmaking were also part of the city’s craft heritage. Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Samokov can then continue searching for accommodation.
Culture and History
Samokov developed around large mechanical hammers, known as samokovi, which were used for iron production. Ironworking and livestock farming supported a diverse craft tradition that included more than 300 wheels for producing wickerwork and 40 aba workshops.
The Belyova Church is the oldest Christian church within Samokov and stands on the foundations of a late antique basilica dating from the 4th to the 6th century. Its murals and icons were created by Nikola Obrazopisov and his assistants; the iconostasis was made by Samokov woodcarvers.
The “Shroud of Holy Mary” Convent was founded in 1772 by Fota from Samokov, who donated her own house to the convent. The convent church was built between 1837 and 1839. In the 19th century, the convent developed extensive educational activities. The church contains icons attributed to Dimitar Zograf, as well as a mural in the narthex that is presumably by Zahari Zograf.
The Historical Museum in Samokov was founded in 1936 through the work of local artists. It organizes temporary exhibitions and other events related to its museum profile.
Activities
Samokov’s location in the Rila Mountains and Rila National Park offers opportunities for hiking, trekking, and mountaineering. There is also a mountain bike park and a multifunctional sports hall with facilities for practicing 25 sports.
Getting Around
The Municipality of Samokov publishes timetables for bus services between villages and towns, as well as for two municipal bus routes.
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