Паметник на Рачо Ковача: The Symbol of Gabrovo
A symbol of Gabrovo's entrepreneurial spirit, the Racho Kovacha Monument stands as a tribute to the city's legendary founder and industrious past.
The Racho Kovacha Monument is one of the main symbols of Gabrovo and a tribute to the city's industrious past. The monument is dedicated to Racho Kovacha (Racho the Blacksmith), a legendary figure believed to be the founder of Gabrovo. According to local lore, Racho was a blacksmith from the village of Bozhenci who set up his smithy by the Yantra River. He offered his services to travelers, shoeing their horses. Over time, other craftsmen gathered around his workshop, and the settlement of Gabrovo was born. Legend has it that the city's name comes from the gabar tree that grew over Racho's workshop. The bronze statue, created by sculptor Lyubomir Dalchev, is located on a large rock in the middle of the Yantra River. It depicts Racho holding a hammer in one hand and tongs with a piece of metal in the other, working on an anvil. The monument is unique as the only one in Bulgaria built in a river. It embodies the resourceful and hardworking spirit of the Gabrovo people.
Local tips
- Visit the monument during the day to fully appreciate the details of the sculpture and its unique setting in the Yantra River.
- Take a walk along the riverbank to enjoy scenic views of the monument and the surrounding area.
- Learn about the legend of Racho Kovacha and Gabrovo's history at the nearby House of Humour and Satire.
A brief summary to Паметник на Рачо ковача
- ul. Sofroniy Vrachanski 1А, Gabrovo, Габрово Център, 5300, BG
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Getting There
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Walking
From the Gabrovo city center, the Racho Kovacha Monument is easily accessible on foot. Head towards the Yantra River and follow ul. Sofroniy Vrachanski. The monument is located on a rock in the river near the Igor Bridge. The walk is short and offers views of the city.
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Public Transport
Several bus lines serve the Gabrovo city center. From the central bus station, take any bus heading towards the city center and get off at a stop near the Yantra River. From there, it's a short walk to the monument. A single bus fare costs approximately 1 BGN.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Gabrovo. A short taxi ride from anywhere in the city center to the Racho Kovacha Monument should cost around 3-5 BGN. Ask the driver to take you to the monument near the Igor Bridge.
Attractions Nearby to Паметник на Рачо ковача
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Фонтан Момчето и рибата
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Градинката с Мечето
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Dechko House Museum
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Център
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Tourist Information Center
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Church Uspenie Bogorodichno
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Visitors Infomation Centre
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Интерактивен музей на индустрията
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Museum of Education
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Regionalen istoricheski muzei - Gabrovo
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Слончето
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Музей на хумора и сатирата, Габрово
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Габровски Балкан
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Фонтанът пред ЖП Гара Габрово
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Конят паметник на Плодородието
Landmarks nearby to Паметник на Рачо ковача
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The Rich Table Restaurant Gabrovo
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Apartment Diamond
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Clock Tower
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House Hotel Gabrovo
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Aprilov National High School
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IVANELCUT BARBERSHOP
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Музей на хумора и сатирата, Габрово
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Габровски Балкан
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площад „Белорусия“
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Monument to Yuri Gagarin
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Паметник Братска Могила /Гроба
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Pri Didi
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Соколски манастир
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Възпоменателен парк Руски гробища
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The Slaveykov House Museum