{"id":6005,"date":"2025-05-29T09:46:33","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T06:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/krepostta-trapezicza-istoriya-zabelezhitelnosti-i-polezna-informacziya\/"},"modified":"2025-05-29T09:46:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T06:46:33","slug":"the-trapezitsa-fortress-history-highlights-and-useful-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/the-trapezitsa-fortress-history-highlights-and-useful-information\/","title":{"rendered":"The Trapezitsa Fortress &#8211; History, Highlights, and Useful Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\" mb-u-sm-60 mb-o-xs-30\">\n\n<article id=\"post-6005\" class=\"pt-u-md-50 post-6005 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-landmarks\">\n  <div class=\"container\">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n      <div class=\"col-u-sm-8\">\n        \n  <figure class=\"mb-20 mx-o-xs-n15\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"578\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments-770x578.jpg\" class=\"attachment-770xauto size-770xauto wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"View from Trapezitsa Fortress towards the Old Town of Veliko Tarnovo\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments-770x578.jpg 770w, https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments-585x439.jpg 585w, https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 770px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 770\/578;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<header class=\"mb-30\">\n  \n<div class=\"d-f f-w mt-n10 fs-14 tc-7\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/landmarks\/\" class=\"d-b py-10 td-h-u\">Landmarks<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h1>The Trapezitsa Fortress &#8211; History, Highlights, and Useful Information<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n\n        <div class=\"wp-editor\">\n          <p data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1245\">Veliko Tarnovo is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Bulgaria, and <strong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"234\">the Trapezitsa Fortress<\/strong> is one of its most iconic historical landmarks. Located on <strong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"329\">the picturesque Trapezitsa Hill<\/strong>, it offers breathtaking views of the city and the Yantra River, along with a rich cultural heritage that makes it a must-see stop for every traveler.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1287\">History of the Trapezitsa Fortress<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1665\">Trapezitsa was one of the two main fortresses of <strong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"619\">the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185 \u2013 1393)<\/strong>, along with <strong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"645\">Tsarevets<\/strong>. It is believed to have been home to the boyars and high aristocracy. Excavations have revealed remains of <strong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"798\">churches, monasteries, and fortifications<\/strong>. The fortress is renowned for its medieval frescoes, which reflect its significance as a spiritual and cultural center.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1705\">What to See at Trapezitsa?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1000\">When visiting the fortress, you can explore:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1079\"><strong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1025\">Restored churches<\/strong> with original frescoes from the 13th\u201314th centuries<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1079\"><strong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1113\">Remains of noble residences<\/strong> and defensive walls<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1079\"><strong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1164\">An archaeological site<\/strong> showcasing discoveries by Bulgarian historians<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1079\"><strong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1235\">Panoramic views<\/strong> of the old town and the Yantra River<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2052\"><strong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2050\">How to Get to Trapezitsa?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1358\">There are two main ways to reach Trapezitsa Hill:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1358\"><strong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1395\">By special panoramic elevator<\/strong>, which takes visitors up from the northern side of the hill<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1358\"><strong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1482\">Via tourist trails<\/strong>, which lead to the fortress and offer beautiful views along the way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2593\">Find a Comfortable Stay at Aleko Apartments<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1877\">After enjoying the historical sights of Veliko Tarnovo, treat yourself to a comfortable stay at <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1753\"><strong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1722\">Aleko Apartments<\/strong><\/a>. Our <strong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1789\">modern and cozy apartments<\/strong> are located in the city center, providing easy access to all<a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/landmarks\/\"> major tourist attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1973\">Book your stay here: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/rooms\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1973\"><strong data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1936\">Aleko Apartments \u2013 Reservations<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2971\">\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      \n<div class=\"col-u-sm-4 d-f f-c gy-30 mb-o-xs-30\">\n  \n<div class=\"p-20 bg-4\">\n  <h2 class=\"h4 mb-25\">Last added<\/h2>\n\n  \n<div class=\"d-f mt-15 gx-15 ai-c ps-r\">\n\n      <figure class=\"news__aside__thumb of-h\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/202222-1-1-70x70.jpg\" class=\"attachment-70x70 size-70x70 wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"View of the old capital - the city of Veliko Tarnovo\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 70px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 70\/70;\" \/>    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"f-1\">\n    <h3 class=\"fs-18 fw-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/top-5-places-for-relaxation-and-adventures-in-nature-around-veliko-tarnovo\/\" class=\"l-str\">Top 5 places for relaxation and adventures in nature around Veliko Tarnovo<\/a><\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"d-f mt-15 gx-15 ai-c ps-r\">\n\n      <figure class=\"news__aside__thumb of-h\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/6d4a8237-1-1-70x70.jpg\" class=\"attachment-70x70 size-70x70 wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"The table with a varied breakfast spread on a wooden surface.\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 70px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 70\/70;\" \/>    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"f-1\">\n    <h3 class=\"fs-18 fw-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/the-best-breakfast-spots-and-a-sweet-start-to-your-vacation\/\" class=\"l-str\">The Best Breakfast Spots and a Sweet Start to Your Vacation<\/a><\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"d-f mt-15 gx-15 ai-c ps-r\">\n\n      <figure class=\"news__aside__thumb of-h\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/400-1-1-picsart-aiimageenhancer-1-70x70.jpg\" class=\"attachment-70x70 size-70x70 wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"A party with fun and joy. A group of young people enjoying the moment. Some of them raise their hands and rejoice. Others drink drinks and smile.\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 70px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 70\/70;\" \/>    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"f-1\">\n    <h3 class=\"fs-18 fw-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/nightlife-in-veliko-tarnovo-the-party-never-stops-and-the-night-comes-alive\/\" class=\"l-str\">Nightlife in Veliko Tarnovo: The Party Never Stops, and the Night Comes Alive<\/a><\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"d-f mt-15 gx-15 ai-c ps-r\">\n\n      <figure class=\"news__aside__thumb of-h\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/933-1-1-70x70.jpg\" class=\"attachment-70x70 size-70x70 wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"A group of friends celebrating in a bar. They are making a toast with shots of alcohol. In the center of the frame, a smiling woman with curly hair is enjoying the moment. In the background, men are also enjoying the evening, with drinks at the bar. The atmosphere is cheerful and festive, with soft lighting surrounding them.\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 70px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 70\/70;\" \/>    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"f-1\">\n    <h3 class=\"fs-18 fw-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/veliko-tarnovo-after-sunset-the-best-bars-and-cocktail-spots\/\" class=\"l-str\">Veliko Tarnovo After Sunset \u2013 The Best Bars and Cocktail Spots<\/a><\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"d-f mt-15 gx-15 ai-c ps-r\">\n\n      <figure class=\"news__aside__thumb of-h\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/3001-1-1-70x70.jpg\" class=\"attachment-70x70 size-70x70 wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"A group of six cheerful young people are raising a toast in an outdoor pool. They are all wearing swimsuits and sunglasses, holding cocktail glasses filled with colorful drinks. In the background, you can see comfy chairs, vibrant balloons, and a sound system. The sunny weather adds to the playful and joyful atmosphere.\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 70px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 70\/70;\" \/>    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"f-1\">\n    <h3 class=\"fs-18 fw-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/summer-sunshine-and-coolness-the-best-swimming-pools-around-veliko-tarnovo\/\" class=\"l-str\">Summer, sunshine, and coolness &#8211; the best swimming pools around Veliko Tarnovo<\/a><\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"p-20 bg-4\">\n  <h2 class=\"h4 mb-20\">Categories<\/h2>\n\n  <ul class=\"d-f f-c gy-15\">\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/events\/\" class=\"td-h-u\">Events<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/ideas-for-a-walk\/\" class=\"td-h-u\">Ideas for a walk<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/landmarks\/\" class=\"td-h-u\">Landmarks<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/nearby\/\" class=\"td-h-u\">Nearby<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/restaurants\/\" class=\"td-h-u\">Restaurants<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/article>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"mt-u-md-60 mb-u-md-60 mt-d-sm-30 mb-d-sm-30\">\n\n<div class=\"container\">\n  \n  <div class=\"mb-u-sm-40 mb-o-xs-20\">\n    \n    \n    <h2 class=\"h2\">Gallery of the Trapezitsa Fortress<\/h2>  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"row mx-o-xs-n5 gy-u-sm-30 gy-o-xs-10\">\n    \n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-5-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"View from Trapezitsa Fortress towards the Old Town of Veliko Tarnovo\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-4-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-4-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"Panoramic view of the Trapezitsa fortress in Veliko Tarnovo, with the Yantra River at the foot\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-3-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-3-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"View from the Trapezitsa fortress in Veliko Tarnovo\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-2-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-2-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"Remains of medieval buildings and archaeological excavations in the Trapezitsa fortress\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-1-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-gallery-1-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"Remains of medieval buildings and archaeological excavations in the Trapezitsa fortress\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"col-u-sm-3 col-o-xs-6 px-o-xs-5\">\n  <figure class=\"ih loader\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-aleko-apartments.jpg\" aria-label=\"Lightbox\" data-fslightbox=\"block_602b863768cb3ae369d638c95b2119cd\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/trapezitsa-aleko-apartments-270x180.jpg\" class=\"attachment-gallery_sm size-gallery_sm lazyload\" alt=\"Medieval frescoes in one of the restored churches of Trapezitsa Fortress\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 270px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 270\/180;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<link id=\"igs-news-css\" type=\"text\/css\" data-href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/themes\/chamurkov\/resources\/css\/igs-news.css\" class=\"assets-lazy-style\" rel=\"stylesheet\" media=\"all\"><link id=\"igs-swiper-css\" type=\"text\/css\" data-href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/themes\/chamurkov\/resources\/css\/igs-swiper.css\" class=\"assets-lazy-style\" rel=\"stylesheet\" media=\"all\">\n<div class=\"pt-u-md-60 pb-u-md-60 pt-d-sm-40 pb-d-sm-40 ta-u-md-c ta-d-sm-c bg-7 news\">\n\n<div class=\"container\">\n  \n  <div class=\"mb-u-sm-40 mb-o-xs-20\">\n    \n    \n    <p class=\"h2 tc-w\">Other attractions in Veliko Tarnovo<\/p>  <\/div>\n\n  \n          <div class=\"swiper\" data-autoheight=\"true\" data-slidesperview=\"auto\" data-space=\"30\" data-navigation=\"true\">\n        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                      <div class=\"swiper-slide mw-370 news__item ih\">\n              \n<figure class=\"of-h ta-c\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/top-5-places-for-relaxation-and-adventures-in-nature-around-veliko-tarnovo\/\" aria-label=\"Preview Top 5 places for relaxation and adventures in nature around Veliko Tarnovo\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/202222-1-1-370x470.jpg\" class=\"attachment-article size-article wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"View of the old capital - the city of Veliko Tarnovo\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 370px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 370\/470;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"news__box mx-u-lg-25 mx-d-md-15 p-20 bg-5 ps-r\" style=\"margin-top: -60px; height: 120px\">\n  \n<div class=\"d-f f-w mt-n10 fs-14 tc-7\">\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/category\/nearby\/\" class=\"d-b py-10 td-h-u\">Nearby<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3 class=\"news__title h4 of-h tl-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/top-5-places-for-relaxation-and-adventures-in-nature-around-veliko-tarnovo\/\">Top 5 places for relaxation and adventures in nature around Veliko Tarnovo<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                      <div class=\"swiper-slide mw-370 news__item ih\">\n              \n<figure class=\"of-h ta-c\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/en\/the-best-breakfast-spots-and-a-sweet-start-to-your-vacation\/\" aria-label=\"Preview The Best Breakfast Spots and a Sweet Start to Your Vacation\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"470\" data-src=\"https:\/\/alekoapartments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/6d4a8237-1-1-370x470.jpg\" class=\"attachment-article size-article wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"The table with a varied breakfast spread on a wooden surface.\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 370px; 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