Zhaba Mogila tomb is a fascinating archaeological site located a few kilometers away from the town of Strelcha. Discovered by renowned archaeologist Georgi Kitov in the 1970s, this tomb is believed to be the final resting place of a Thracian ruler. Dating back to the 5th and 4th century BC, the tomb has seen its … Read more
In the cold morning of December 8, 1949, brothers Pavel, Petko and Mihail worked together in the yard of the roof-tile factory in the town of Panagyurishte. While digging, one of them noticed something glossy in the soil. This was the glimmer of the nine containers from the Panagyurishte treasure. They are made of pure … Read more
Belogradchik’s Rocks and Fortress The Belogradchik rocks formations have been named a nature landmark in the region of western Stara Planina Mountain. The area is situated 180 km away from Sofia and 50 km away from the town of Vidin. Many legends have been told about the rocks. Some of the most impressive formations are … Read more
The Belogradchik fortress is located in the western Stara Planina Mountain region, surrounded by the astounding Belogradchik rocks. Romans built it as a way to protect their roads. Belogradchik was part of a big defense system along with other facilities in the region. The defenders communicated via various signals in cases of danger. Natural rocks … Read more
Belogradchik Rocks is probably the best known rock phenomenon in Bulgaria. The amazing natural formations can be observed near the town of Belogradchik. Cliffs are situated in an area of 30 km and have been divided into three groups. The central one is considered to be most interesting for observation. Throughout time, weather conditions have … Read more