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Aitos

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:52:00 +0300

The town of Aitos is situated on the banks of Aitoska River. Aitos is situated 30 km away from Bourgas and 358 km away from Sofia. Nearly 25 000 people live in Aitos and 35 547 live in the town and the 17 other settlements in the municipality. Winter in Aitos is mild and the summer is hot. The northern parts of the municipality are situated on the southern slopes of Aitos Mountain. Ancient remains uncovered in the region signify that the town was a Thracian settlement in the distant past. The remains of three towers are situated northwest of Aitos. These are probably the remains of a medieval fortification. In 1206, Aitos was completely destroyed by Crusaders but saw revival in 1488. Throughout time, the town received several names. Aetos, Astos and Idos are some of them, together with Orlovets and Orlovo. After the liberation, Aitos turned into an agriculture center...

Trite Bratia Rock Phenomenon

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:19:00 +0300

Once upon a time, three giant brothers protected weak people. They fought Ottomans and were so powerful that rocks trembled beneath their feet. The brothers fought each day and went back home to rest at night. To hide, they turned into rocks. Until present day, the three giant rocks stand near the town of Aitos and protect its residents. This is one of the legends that Bulgarians created long ago to explain the appearance of the rock phenomenon Trite Bratia (the three brothers). The rocks are situated at an altitude of 200 m and have turned into a symbol of Aitos. To reach them, you need to go north of the city and to enter Slaveeva Reka park. Since 1972, the formations have the status of nature landmark. Together with nearby areas, the phenomenon has been included in the potentially protected Bulgarian areas. As people say, each legend holds pieces of truth. Probably...

Slaveeva Reka Park in Aitos

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:15:00 +0300

Slaveeva Reka park is one of the favorite leisure spots of Aitos residents and town visitors. The name stems from the fact that many nightingales (slavei in Bulgarian) inhabit the beautiful area. The area of the park is 1337 decares, 422 of which covered in dense forests. The rest is agricultural land. Trite Bratia protected area and Genger region are part of the park. Slaveeva Reka is the place that offers rest in peaceful surroundings. The park also houses Genger ethnographic complex. Aitos residents call the place small Etur and its tiny cobblestone streets are lined with numerous traditional workshops. There, visitors can taste fine wine or drink aromatic coffee in the small café. Once you take a look at the crafts alley, you can continue the walk in the park. If you happen to like climbing, the park features an artificial wall at your disposal. A shooting...

St. Dimitur Solounski Church in Aitos

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:50:00 +0300

Though St. Dimtur Solounski church is situated in the center of Aitos, it takes visitors to another peaceful and quiet world. The church was constructed in 1844 over the remains of St. Velikomuchenik Dimitri church that was destroyed in 1828. It was burned down during Bulgarian liberation struggles and constructed once again in 1883. Crafstman Gencho from Zheravna was responsible for the construction and Ivan from Debur created the interior decorations. St. Dimitur Solounski is a small church that features rich decorations, intricate woodcarvings and beautiful icons. The bell tower was constructed by Deniu Danchev and bells were ordered from Russia in 1914. The small bell was used to announce the beginning and the end of the workday. The big one marked major religious holidays. The sound of both bells can still be heard today. A small chapel was built near the church in...