Uzana

#2 among destinations in Bulgaria

Winter sport, Ski area

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Nestled in the heart of the Balkan Mountains, Uzana is a picturesque ski area that has been attracting winter sports enthusiasts for years. Located in Bulgaria, this hidden gem offers a tranquil escape from the bustle of the more crowded ski resorts.

The ski area is known for its beautiful, natural setting and is often referred to as the "Geographic Center of Bulgaria." Uzana provides a variety of slopes catering to different skill levels, from gentle runs for beginners to more challenging terrain for the experienced skier or snowboarder. With well-maintained lifts and the charm of a cozy mountain atmosphere, this destination ensures a delightful skiing experience.

Uzana is not just for winter; it's a year-round haven for outdoor lovers. When the snow melts, the region transforms into a perfect spot for hiking, mountain biking, and nature walks, allowing visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the Balkans in all seasons.

Local name: Узана Coordinates: 42°45'30"N, 25°14'14"E

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Stara ZagoraBulgaria

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Uzana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shipka Monument, Sokolski Monastery, Tomb of Seuthes III, Shipka Memorial Church.

4.3 miE
Memorial
Shipka Monument, Shipka
111 min walk • The Shipka Monument stands as a proud beacon of Bulgarian history, perched atop Stoletov Peak near the town of Shipka. This grand edifice is a tribute to the heroic efforts of the Bulgarian and Russian soldiers who fought and died during the Battle of Shipka Pass, a...
5.8 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Monastery
Sokolski Monastery, Nature Park Bulgarka
148 min walk • The Sokolski Monastery is a Bulgarian Orthodox monastery founded in 1833 and named after its founder Yosif Sokolski. It is located 15 km southwest of Gabrovo on the northern slopes of the Balkan Mountains in the Bulgarka Nature Park and is close to the Sokolovo cave.
6.3 miSE
Museum, Tomb
Tomb of Seuthes III
162 min walk • The Tomb of Seuthes III is located near Kazanlak, Bulgaria. Seuthes III was the King of the Odrysian Kingdom of Thrace from c. 331 to c. 300 BC and founder of the nearby Thracian city of Seuthopolis. It is one of the most elaborate tombs in the Valley of the Thracian Rulers.
5.5 miSE
Church, Russian revival architecture
Shipka Memorial Church, Shipka
140 min walk • The Memorial Temple of the Birth of Christ, better known as the Shipka Memorial Church or Shipka Monastery is a Bulgarian Orthodox church built near the town of Shipka in Stara Planina between 1885 and 1902 to Antoniy Tomishko's design in the seventeenth-century Muscovite style, under the direction of architect Alexander Pomerantsev.
6.6 miSE
Museum, Tomb
Thracian tomb Griffins
168 min walk • The Thracian tomb Griffins, found in Bulgaria, has a façade decorated with plastic columns and with a pediment above them. The pediment`s ends are semi-palmettes, the lower leaves of which are elongated and look like heads of griffins.
4.1 miE
Memorial
Shipka Pass, Nature Park Bulgarka
104 min walk • Shipka Pass is a scenic mountain pass through the Balkan Mountains in Bulgaria. It marks the border between Stara Zagora province and Gabrovo province. The pass connects the towns of Gabrovo and Kazanlak. The pass is part of the Bulgarka Nature Park. The pass is 13 km by road north of the small town of Shipka.
5.5 miSE
Tomb
Thracian tomb Golyama Arsenalka
140 min walk • Golyama Arsenalka mound is a Thracian burial tumulus with a subterranean stone building near the Bulgarian town of Shipka. It dates from the end of 5th century BCE. It is composed of a representative façade, a small antechamber and a domed chamber. The entrances have been closed with double stone doors.
6.6 miSE
Tomb
Thracian tomb Helvetia
169 min walk • The Thracian tomb "Helvetia" mound near Shipka, Bulgaria, was built in the middle of the 4th century BC.