The large Tsarevets Castle is undoubtedly a prominent attraction in Veliko Tarnovo. It was once the most important fortification of the legendary Tarnovgrad - the capital of the second Bulgarian state. Visitors can quietly wander around its ancient ruins, and walk along its walls to enjoy breathtaking views of the Sveta hills. The surrounding Gora and the old artisans' quarter of Asinova Mahala, the restored Episcopal Church within the castle walls, surprise visitors with its modern interiors and murals painted by Teofan Sokerov in 1985. Take the scenic elevator up the church's bell tower for a panoramic view for the entire castle.