Uzana hut, Mountain hut in Gabrovo Municipality, Bulgaria
Uzana hut is a three-story building standing at 1240 meters altitude near Ispolin peak in the Central Balkan range, providing overnight accommodation for mountain visitors. The hut serves as a resting point with basic facilities for those traveling through this high-altitude terrain.
Built in 1932, the hut became an important stopping point for travelers exploring mountain paths across central Bulgaria. It was established during an era when mountain infrastructure was being developed to support regional exploration.
The name Uzana comes from Turkish, reflecting how languages have mixed in this region over time.
Marked trails start from the hut, with the main route heading west toward Mazalat Hut taking about four hours of walking. Bring proper mountain gear and plenty of water, as weather conditions at this elevation can change quickly.
The hut sits at the geographical center of Bulgaria, surrounded by the largest mountain meadow in the forested Balkans. This location gives it a distinctive character as a rare clearing in an otherwise dense woodland area.
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