Berkovitsa is a town in northwestern Bulgaria with a population of around 14,000 people. It has a long history dating back to ancient Thracian settlements. Several important cultural and natural landmarks can be found in and around Berkovitsa, including the peak of Mount Kom, an important tourist site, and two historic churches from the Bulgarian Renaissance period. The town also has an ethnographic museum, art gallery, and the former home of famous Bulgarian author Ivan Vazov. Protected natural areas and the historic Klisura Monastery are located nearby.