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The town of Apriltzi (at about 180 km north-east of Sofia, 280 km of Varna and 25 km of Troyan, 500-650 m above sea-level) is situated in a lovely valley commanding an enchanting view. The valley is bounded by the Severen dzendem Reserve, the peaks Triglav, Botev (the highest peak of the Balkan Mountains, 2376 m and Maragidik, famous for its unique form and beauty.At the foot of these mountain peaks the landscape changes from dense forest slopes into picturesque hills and lush meadows, cut by the twisting flow of the rivers Ostreshka, Vidimska and Zla reka. The natural environment ensures a favourable climate to the area-cool summer nights, and sunny winters, pure mountain air. The third biggest Bulgarian monastery - Troyan Monastery - is located at about 20 km away. It was founded in the end of 16 century. It has unique architecture, frescoes and with splendid ikon-paintings painted by Zachari Zograf.
   In 1976, a century after the April uprising, founded the town Apriltzi by unting 4 neigbouring villages (Novo selo, Ostrets, Vidima and Zla reka).
Apriltzi has the recently developed into an attractive mountain resort with its renovated recreation facilities, new hotels and restaurants, modern night clubs and cafes, swimming pools.
   Apriltzi offers its visitors opportunities for fishing, mountaineering, horse-riding, cycling, tennis, skiing, numerous hiking routes, a luxurious hunting centre, fascinating picnic sites and bathing by the river banks.

NATURAL SIGHTS
   The natural reserves of Kozya Stena, Steneto and Severen Dzhendem are situated in the region of Troyan and Apriltzi. They are part of the Central Balkan National Park, famous for its unique plant and animal life, wild nature and exceedingly beautiful landscape. The park is the natural habitation of some rare and endangered plan species-the edelweiss, Alpine rose, venerable beech, fir and spruce forests,as well as rare wild animals and birds, like the brown bear, golden eagle, wild goat, wolf, red deer, ural owl, wild boar...
There are about 30 waterfalls of a height above 20 m in the severen Dzhendem Reserve.
   The surprises, that wait for you on 7 eco pats (well marked and safeguarded)-are numerous springs with clear mountain water, beautiful wood bridges, cozy places for rest and children spots, fragrant wild strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, caves and waterfalls, but the biggest prize after a long and tiring ascent is the incredible panorama view, which all of a sudden bursts upon you!
A lift to the ski-runs of chalet Pleven with starting station from Vidima in under construction for winter sports lovers.