The history of Ichera Village dates back more than one thousand years. It has been recorded in ancient Byzantine chronicles from the years 1278 and 1304, depicting battles between the troops of the Byzantine emperor Mihail Paleolog and Bulgarian king Ivailo. Nowadays, Ichera is an architectural and historical preservation. Together with Jeravna, Kotel, Sliven and Elena, the village is one of the few places, preserved the unique revolutionary spirit of ancient Bulgaria. Hotel "Ichera" is the first hotel in the village - from 2004 year. In the end of 2006 hotel Ichera was the only hotel in the region to win "Authentic Bulgaria"award for quality sponsored by USAID, along with a "Rose" for outstanding design and atmosphere.
Hidden in the arms of the Sliven Mountains, with its enchanting natural beauty and spirit, Ichera is the new treasure of this region, which is also famous for a few other popular tourist destinations like Jeravna, Medven, Kotel and Katunishte.
An old folklore legend tells that the Bulgarian king Simeon the Great, gave this village to his most trusted servant as a sign of his gratefulness. Later on he visited the place frequently, to go hunting and to enjoy the sight of some of the most beautiful women he had ever laid eyes on.
Ichera has been called “The king’s retreat” since ancient times, when it was a favorite spot for wealthy landowners and warriors. The clean mountain air and beautiful nature make this area place unforgettable. Magnificent woods and green grass loans full of flowers and herbs surround the village.