Strandzha Natural Park is located in south-eastern Bulgaria. The southern border of the park coincides with the state border of Bulgaria and Turkey. Strandzha Park is the largest protected area in Bulgaria, its area is more than a thousand square meters. km. The park's territory is located in the Strandzha Mountains, and in the east it reaches the shores of the Black Sea.
The territory of the Strandzha Natural Park has been protected by the state since 2000. This territory includes 14 specially protected areas, 5 nature reserves and 8 natural attractions.
The flora and fauna of the park are truly unique. 64 species of relict animals and plants live and grow here. Seven of them can be found only in this park. The amazing biological diversity of these places is due to the favorable climate, geological history and location between Asia, the Mediterranean and Europe.
Broad-leaved forests, characteristic of the Tertiary period (approximately 1.8 million years ago), cover 80% of the park. Some of the trees here, including Gartvis oak, rock oak, eastern beech and bush oak, are over 500 years old and have trunk diameters of up to 2 meters.
Strandzha Park is home to the largest number of vertebrate animals in Bulgaria - 431 species, of which 31 are relict. It is also home to 600 species of invertebrates, 70 species of marine fish and 42 species of river fish. Millions of birds use the air corridor over the park's coast every year to fly from Northern Europe to Africa. In this regard, the park’s territories are very important for supporting the life of several dozen species of rare birds. There are 270 species of birds recorded in the park itself.
In addition to natural wealth, these places are of cultural value. Nestinar dances, known as dancing on hot coals, are one of the customs that have come down to us from pagan times. This custom is included in the UNESCO World Intangible Heritage List. In the village of Bulgari this dance can be seen on May 21, in the village of Brodilovo - on July 27, and in the village of Kosti - on July 20.
There are several historical sites located within the park. For example, near the village of Stoilovo there is Petrova Niva, where a memorial in memory of those killed during the Iliden-Preobrazhensky uprising of 1903, a chapel-ossuary of St. Petka and a museum exhibition are located. And not far from the city of Malko Tarnovo in Mishkova Niva there is a Thracian tomb. Many villages in this territory have preserved ancient architecture.
In the south-eastern part of the country there is a beautiful and unique area called Strandzha. The main natural advantages of Bulgaria are miraculously intertwined here - the gentle azure sea and majestic mountain peaks, picturesque waterfalls and mysterious caves, virgin centuries-old forests and the lazy surface of lowland rivers. The Strandja mountain range does not “fit” within one country and is divided between neighboring states. On the Bulgarian side, a significant part of it is reserved for a unique natural park.
Strandzha Park is the largest in Bulgaria, covering an area of 1161 square meters. km, which is about 1% of the entire territory of the country. Its southern borders coincide with the political border.
The unique geographical conditions at the junction of Europe and Asia, the influence of the Black and Mediterranean Seas determine a rather mild climate. The average annual temperature ranges from 11–13 °C, with mild winters and no scorching heat in summer. Naturally, the higher you go to the peaks, the more severe the frosts and the higher the amount of precipitation. Well, the coast is famous for the largest number of sunny days in the country. The mountain slopes covered with relict forests occupy at least 2/3 of the natural park. They give life to a huge number of crystal springs and streams. It is believed that a considerable part of them have healing properties.
The relatively small area of the park is home to more than half of all plants and animals found in Bulgaria. About a hundred relict representatives of flora and fauna have been preserved here. Many of them cannot be seen anywhere else. In total, over 1,600 plant species grow in Strandzha, it is inhabited by more than 400 vertebrate and 600 invertebrate species of animals and about 270 birds. There are about 40 types of freshwater fish, and the coastal Black Sea water area is populated almost twice as densely - there are about 70 species of underwater marine “inhabitants”. Several dozen inhabitants of various elements of the natural park are listed in the Red Book. Strandzha is of enormous ecological importance for the whole of Europe: one of the main migration routes of migratory birds, Via Pontica, passes over the massif.
Numerous archaeological finds eloquently indicate that blessed Strandzha was loved by people in ancient times. Ruins of fortresses, remains of stone sanctuaries and dolmens remain from the ancient Thracian tribes of Tins and Asts. Malko Tarnovo, the unofficial capital of the Strandzha region, is extremely rich in ancient artifacts. In addition to the fact that the city is interesting in itself for its original architecture, a huge number of monuments from the Thracian, Roman, Byzantine and ancient Bulgarian eras have been preserved in its surroundings. Many villages, whose age often exceeds the number of inhabitants, do not lag behind.
A significant part of Strandzha remained under Turkish rule when Bulgaria was already independent. In the historical area of Petrov Niva, the memory of the Ilinden-Preobrazhensky uprising of 1903 is carefully preserved, when the Bulgarian population of Macedonia and Odrin Thrace opposed the power of the Ottoman Empire. The uprising was brutally suppressed, thousands of patriots were killed, dozens of villages were burned. Many hundreds of peasants left homeless were forced to emigrate from the country. A majestic memorial of national importance reminds of those terrible events.
Almost every local village is a unique historical and ethnographic monument with original, specific architecture and an inexhaustible source of rare rituals and customs. The most famous and spectacular event, Nestinar dances, has ancient pagan roots. The traditions of dancing on hot coals survived even in conditions of church oppression and official bans by secular authorities. UNESCO even included the dance ritual in the list of world intangible cultural heritage.
Tourists will be incredibly lucky if they can get to the folk festival - panair. Usually dedicated to the days of remembrance of certain saints, these holidays are a surprisingly colorful mixture of Orthodox rituals with ancient traditions, elements of pagan rituals, fairs and feasts. It should be remembered that these events play an extremely important role in the traditional culture of the local population. This is by no means a specially organized entertainment for travelers and presence at the panair is a great honor for those invited.
Despite the fact that the entire natural park is under state protection, several objects, making up approximately 5% of the total area of Strandja, are protected much more carefully. Tourists can visit such territories only if they strictly adhere to a number of simple but fairly strict rules. In addition to 5 relatively small reserves - Silkosia, Uzunbujak, Vitanovo, Sredoka, Tisovitsa, 14 reserves are included in the list. It should be noted that the register includes about a dozen objects, among which there are individual plants - a thousand-year-old oak tree near the village of Zabernovo, another oak giant reaching almost 5.5 meters in girth, archaeological and natural attractions.
For the active and inquisitive, Strandzha is an inexhaustible well of possibilities. A huge amount of natural beauty, hiking, horseback riding and cycling routes, excellent fishing and hunting against the backdrop of landscapes untouched by civilization provide a unique chance to learn a lot of new things and test your strengths. The acquired impressions will allow you to retain a charge of vivacity, purity and spiritual harmony from unity with nature for a long time.
- the largest and one of the most exotic in all of Bulgaria. Founded in 1995, it covers an area of 1161 square meters. km. The park includes most of the Bulgarian territory of central Strandzha to the shores of the Black Sea. The length of the park is about 50 km, and the average width is about 25 km.
Nature
It is famous for its oak forests. Thanks to the climatic conditions, 50 percent of the Bulgarian flora grows here. The park's rivers are home to a variety of fish, including stickleback and eels.
Bird lovers will be interested in observing here the lives of such amazing species as the golden eagle, lesser spotted eagle, white-tailed eagle, black stork and common honey buzzard.
The view of central Strandzha from the vast mountain plateaus is breathtaking and remains in the memory forever.
The undulating ridges, covered with green forests, form an endless chain, where you will not see sharp peaks or harsh rocky spurs, so characteristic of the rest of the Bulgarian mountains.
Small villages with their pastures, plots and meadows are picturesquely scattered in the waves of this boundless green sea.
This is the landscape in the eastern part of the mountain, between the villages of Pismenovo, Slivarovo, Vizitsa, Bulgari and Brodilovo.
The western slopes, near Malko Tarnovo, are rougher, rockier and harsher. Two ridges are clearly outlined here - Rezovsky and Bosnian.
The Bosnian ridge serves as the northern border of Strandzha National Park. The valleys of the Veleka and Rezovskaya rivers flowing through the reserve captivate with their picturesque mandras.
Climate
The specific climate of the Strandja region is formed under the influence of the Black and Mediterranean seas. The average annual temperature is relatively high - 11 - 13 degrees Celsius.
Precipitation (from 100 to 800 mm) is distributed unevenly between the summer minimum and autumn maximum. The climate changes as it moves into the mountains - precipitation increases, temperatures drop, and winters become colder.
The southeastern part of Strandzha in the vicinity of Ahtopol and Rezovo is the brightest place in Bulgaria, the sun here pours out 57 calories per square centimeter! From April to October there are more sunny days here than in the whole country.
“Good health to you, wanderer who came here!”
This wish is carved on a marble tombstone located in the altar of the old Catholic church in the town. The slab dates from the second century BC. One cannot but agree with him.
The nature of Mount Strandzha is truly blessed, because it combines the sea, mountain peaks and the sun of the Mediterranean. There is no hidden meaning in this inscription - then they believed that Strandzha, which people have inhabited since ancient times, bestows its inhabitants with a strong spirit and a healthy body.
To this day, everyone who sets foot on this land is enchanted by the monuments of ancient culture and bewitched by the spiritual heritage preserved in the customs, traditions, folklore and mythology of the local population.
The quiet humility of poor rural churches and chapels does not allow faith to fade away. Nowhere in Bulgaria has it been preserved as much as in quiet villages like Bryshlyana, Zabernovo, Kosti, Bulgari and other Strandja towns. Stories about sorcerers, fairies and elves come to life near the healing springs of ayasms.
Nowadays Bryshlyan village has the status of a historical and architectural reserve, more than 80 objects are declared cultural monuments. The local community founded the Association for the Protection of the Natural and Historical Heritage of Bryshlyan.
They managed to restore the old village school, the chapels of St. Pantalaimon and St. Lefter, as well as the belfry of the church of St. Demetrius. Bryshlyana's lands border the Vitanovo nature reserve, the Veleka River valley and the Katun fishery.
Bulgari- this small village (318 people) 17 km west of Tsarevo is the only folklore reserve in Strandzha.
An ancient custom brought him fame nestinarism, associated with the feasts of Saints Constantine and Helena on May 21.
Nestinary- dancers performing the ritual fall into a trance-like state and dance on burning coals to the sonorous accompaniment of drums and bagpipes. Male dancers wear icons of saints. This ritual can also be observed in the villages of Brodilovo and Kosti.
According to one legend, this custom arose because the Lord decided to test the strength of mortal faith. The Almighty built a fire and ordered people to enter it. The only one who dared to fulfill God's will was a young man named Constantine. For his fearlessness, he was awarded a place in heaven.
God repeated the test to find Constantine's wife. The brave girl who entered the fire was named Elena. Therefore, the ritual is carried out on the day of remembrance Saints Constantine and Helena.
This ritual can be seen in the village Pismenovo, where evenings are spent with a traditional Bulgarian dinner, a concert program, which ends with a dance on the coals.
Located on the territory of Strandzha National Park Ropotamo Nature Reserve. It stretches along both banks of the Ropotamo River and reaches all the way to the Black Sea dunes.
In no other region of Bulgaria can you find such a diverse, rich landscape - there are islands, cliffs, sandy beaches, bays, dunes, the Arkutino swamp, forests, and meadows.
All this is located along the last few kilometers of the river, before it flows into the sea.
The mild climate here is ideally favorable for the lush growth of a huge variety of plants.
Various predators and other representatives of the animal world also feel wonderful here. - a bird sanctuary, a great variety of birds nest here and rare species of cacti are found.
The total legally protected area in the Strandzha massif is 5,395.6 hectares, that is, about 5% of the entire territory. Protected areas include nature reserves, protected regions, national monuments and historical sites.
Tourists are allowed into protected areas, but they must follow certain rules.
The lifts in Borovets operate from 9:00 to 16:30. Once a month they are closed for a day, once a week - for half a day for repairs, check! Full ski package - 130 EUR, ski pass - 90 EUR per adult for 3 nights.
Central Balkan National Park
There is a place in Bulgaria that combines the splendor of nature and strong-willed people! This place is a mountain range that is so large that it gives the name to the entire peninsula where most of the countries of Eastern Europe are located - the Balkan Mountains. The Balkans are constantly mentioned in almost all moments of Bulgarian history.
Liberation from Ottoman rule and many uprisings eventually led to the fact that there is a beautiful nature reserve for tourists here.
How to visit
“Central Balkan” is best chosen for those who love hiking routes and climbing. Bring binoculars and a good camera, because there are a lot of animals and birds here. There are huts for overnight stays and bicycle trails, as well as the unique Pryskalo waterfall.
Where to stay
Most hotels in the national park are located north of the mountain range. Almost all of them are located along highway 358, along the Chiflik river, and along highway 35, as well as north of Botev peak, in the villages of Stara Planina, Apriltsi and others nearby. Here you can find cheap hotels and very expensive spa complexes to choose from.
How to get there
There are different ways to get to the Central Balkan.
- For example, by car easiest way. Since this national park is located in the very heart of Bulgaria, it is easy to get here from any city in the country in just a couple of hours. By car from Sofia you can get here in 2 hours, spending about 12-18 EUR on gasoline.
- You can go by bus from Sofia to Karlovo and then take Taxi to the town or village you are interested in (Stara Planina, Apriltsi). True, it is still much more convenient here with a car. A bus to Karlovo costs about 6 EUR per person, a taxi costs another 10-30 EUR.
- By taxi You can get from Sofia to your hotel for 100 EUR, which is quite convenient for a family or company.
This is how you can get from Sofia to Stara Planina (ski resort) through:
Pirin National Park
I went to Pirin not only to ski, I wanted to take a break from the long journey from Sofia () to Kavala (). I liked Bansko and its climate, amazing atmosphere, and even apartments priced from 8,000 EUR (!) even more than many other places in this country, where I went purposefully and on the advice of friends.
The amazing lakes and mountains of Pirina are located in southwestern Bulgaria. This reserve is most popular because of the many plants that grow here, such as Baikushev pines and edelweiss. There are also brown bears and wild goats, and many animals and birds in general. “Pirin” has routes for bicycles, hiking, mountaineering, and downhill skiing. By the way, it is officially considered that the climate in many places here is Alpine.
How to visit
Pirin is an open national park, there are no entrance fees or any strict supervision. The mountains are simply begging you to visit their beautiful valleys and perhaps even their foothills. In the center of Pirin Park there is the opportunity to engage in caving tourism, and cycling and mountaineering are also popular here.
When to visit
In winter, Bansko is a bustling little town with skiers and snowboarders from all over the world. There is a unique atmosphere here that everyone should experience at least once in their life. Realize what it's like to live in the mountains, far from civilization, but being right in the thick of things. Snow covers the mountains for more than half the year, but the most popular time to visit is the New Year and Christmas holidays.
Although I would advise you to visit Bansko a little later or a little earlier so that the prices are lower.
Where to stay
I consider Pirin to be the best national park in Bulgaria. One of the reasons is that you can live very cheaply here. I stayed in a neighboring town, where you can rent a studio all year round for only 200 USD per month and enjoy the almost alpine beauty around you.
How to get there
There are several ways to get to:
- By car You can reach Pirin Park from the Mesta Valley in the north and from the Struma Valley in the south. is located approximately three hours from Sofia and is the information center of the reserve. The cost of gasoline for the road is about 15 EUR one way.
- However, the most interesting way to come to Pirin National Park is still railway transport. When weather permits, trains run from Septemvri to Bansko (2.5 EUR) on a picturesque narrow-gauge railway. You can get to Septemvri by train from Sofia (4 EUR). This inconvenient transfer, of course, adds hassle.
- They also go from Sofia buses to Bansko, travel time is about 3 hours, a ticket costs about 8-10 EUR, buses run from early morning until evening (the last one from Bansko leaves at 16:30, there are no buses after).
This is how you can get from Sofia to Bansko along the highway:
Below on the map the main square of Banderishka is marked, already in the mountains near Bansko:
There are a total of 11 lifts in Bansko (2-, 3-, 4-chair, gondolas and rope tows).
Opening hours and price
Ski rental for an adult for 3 days costs 25 EUR, a snowboard for 3 days - 40 EUR, shoes - another 17 and 35 EUR, respectively. Ski and snowboard schools (2-4 hours a day lessons) for 3 days - 40-60 EUR. Full ski pass, ski rental and school for 4 hours a day for 3 days per adult - 130 EUR, the same with snowboarding + school for 2 hours a day - 185 EUR. The cheapest lift for the day is 5 EUR (“First station”). Children under 12 years old are not given snowboards, but there is a children's ski school (5-12 years old). There is a kindergarten for 25 EUR per day. Lift operating hours: from 9:00 to 16:00. There is also a skating rink in Bansko, price - 5 EUR per person, open only in winter.
Strandzha National Park
Strandzha Natural Park is the largest protected area in the country. It covers a huge chunk of Strandzha Mountain in Bulgaria and, thanks to its proximity to the Black Sea coast, is very touristy in the summer. This place has managed to preserve the greatest diversity of amphibians in Europe, as well as the most impressive deciduous forest on the continent.
The most important protected areas within the park are at the mouth of the Veleka River and near the wild beach of Silistar, which is included in the Strandzha Nature Reserve.
How to visit
Usually Strandzha is visited by those who come to the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria for a beach holiday. Ride a boat on the river, relax on a wild beach - all that is required of you.
Where to stay
To visit Strandzha, you can stay in such villages on the Black Sea as Primorsko, Kiten, Tsarevo, Lozenets, Ahtopol and Sinemorets. The real center can be considered the village of Sinemorets, it is here that the mouth of the Veleka River is located, and nearby, in the south, is Silistar Beach.
How to get there
In this case, we will look at how to get from Burgas to the village of Sinemorets. There are various options:
- By car- you can get there in an hour and a half, spending 10 EUR on gasoline. And along the way you can see a dozen towns and villages on the Black Sea. Amazing trip, highly recommend!
- By taxi- for 20-24 EUR. You can first go, for example, to Sozopol, see the city, then go to Primorsko, see the city and the beach, and then go to Sinemorets. It will cost about 50 EUR one way for the entire car. In principle, not very expensive for an interesting trip along the coast in comfort by taxi.
- By bus- for an hour and a half, 4-6 EUR per person.
You can get to the wild Silistar beach by taxi from any neighboring village, the list of which you saw in the “Where to Stay” section. Taxi cost is from 2 to 4 EUR one way. You can ask the driver to come in 2-3-4 hours to pick you back. This is quite common practice.
This is how you can get from Burgas to Sinemorets:
Below is the wild Silistar beach (camping nearby):
Ropotamo National Park
I remember “Ropotamo” as being incredibly hot, because I was simply unlucky with the weather that day. The walk along the river turned out to be very colorful. It seemed like you were somewhere at the edge of the world. The guide's stories about the ancient settlements that were here were incredibly surprising. Now there is nothing in these wild forests, on the peaks and in the river valley, but earlier there were forts, cities, houses, farmlands, people, families, entire clans lived!
You will find "Ropotamo" 50 km from Burgas, the second largest city on the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria. The park includes the Ropotamo River, hundreds of acres of dense forest, the Arkutino Swamp, an incredible variety of fish, animals and birds, and beautiful rock formations. Ropotamo is ideal for all those who love wildlife, bird watching and quiet boat rides along an emerald river full of fish. And it is surrounded by majestic trees, such as beech, alder, and ash.
Where to stay
In Ropotamo there is no specific village right next to the river, but you can stay in the town of Primorsko to the south of the river or in the village of Dyuni with a large sandy beach to the north of the river.
How to get there
Getting to Ropotamo from Burgas is quite simple:
- by car you can get there in 1 hour and 6 EUR for gasoline;
- by taxi from Burgas you will spend about 15 EUR;
- by bus to Primorsko - about 2.5 EUR, then by taxi - about 3 EUR.
This is how we get from Burgas to Primorsko:
Below is a boat stop on the Ropotamo River:
Walks along the river take place from 9:00 to 15:00, the cost of a walk is about 4-6 EUR per person.
Srebarna National Park
The reserve is located in the north-eastern part of the country, just two kilometers from the Danube River and 16 km west of the town of Silistra. The main attractions of this reserve are Lake Srebarna and the birds. Ornithologists claim that there are more than 170 species of birds here and all of them can be seen on the hiking trails. This is due to the fact that the reserve is located on the air migration route of birds Via Pontica, the second largest in Europe. Every year hundreds of bird watchers travel here to enjoy the spectacle! There are rare Dalmatian pelicans, mute swans, glossy ibis, ibis, cormorants and marsh harriers. However, it is worth understanding that there are no special forests, mountains or interesting sights here - only birds! Well, and also turtles and otters.
Where to stay
You can stay at a hotel in the village of Srebarna or in the town of Silistar. Both options are quite convenient and interesting, since in the first you will get proximity to the lake (walking distance), and in the town of Silistar you will also have walks along the Danube and a cute Bulgarian town.
The map shows the place with Lake Srebrina:
How to get there
To get to the reserve, you can use various options:
- You can get to the city of Silistra from Varna by car in 2 hours, spending about 10 EUR on travel at the current cost of gasoline in the country;
- by bus Varna - Silistra in 2 hours you can arrive for 5 EUR;
- by taxi Varna - Silistra for 35 EUR;
- a bus from Sofia to the city of Silistra costs 10 EUR and takes 8 hours.
This is how we drive from Varna to Silistra:
Here on the map there is a museum at the lake, right next to the main path to the lake:
Entrance to the reserve is free, but it is better to be here only from 8:00 to 16:00.
Biosphere Reserve "Kamchia"
This reserve is located near the city of Varna, the sea capital of Bulgaria, in the northern part of the Black Sea coast. It consists of the lower Kamchia River valley and the small Srebarna Nature Reserve and is an excellent place for birdwatchers. Imagine, this area is home to more than 250 species of birds, including several endangered species such as the Lesser Spotted Eagle and the Black Stork.
The Kamchia Nature Reserve is one of the largest and oldest forest areas in this country. It is so dense that it is practically inaccessible for inspection, and therefore the only way to see the massif is to take a boat ride on the river. This is exactly what all the tourists do here.
Where to stay
It is best to stay at a hotel in the village of Avren, as it has a beach and access to the reserve, from here you can walk to the boat station on the Kamchia River! True, know that there are two Avren villages in this area. It is best to focus, for example, on the large Longoz Hotel.
The map below shows the center of the Kamchia Nature Reserve:
How to get there
From Varna to the village of Avrel and the Kamchia region, directly to the mouth of the Kamchia River, you can get in different ways:
- by bus - 1 EUR and 1 hour;
- by your car – half an hour and 3 EUR for gasoline;
- by taxi - half an hour and 8 EUR, straight to the boat station.
This is how we drive from Varna to the Kamchia complex:
The map below shows the parking of excursion boats on the Kamchia River:
"Kamchia" as a nature reserve is open to free visits, but the forest is impenetrable. A boat tour for a couple of hours costs about 5 EUR per person.
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Hotels- don’t forget to check prices from booking sites! Don't overpay. This !
Rent a Car- also an aggregation of prices from all rental companies, all in one place, let's go!
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The Bulgarian Strandzha Natural Park, located near the city of Burgas, is the largest protected area in the country. Its area as of 2015 is 1,161 square kilometers. The park was officially declared a protected area in 2000. The Strandzha Nature Reserve is located in the southeast of the country; in the south, the borders of its territory coincide with the state border of Bulgaria and Turkey, while in the east they run along the Black Sea coast. On the territory of this protected zone today there are five nature reserves, 14 protected areas and 8 natural attractions.
Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas
It is worth noting that the flora and fauna of the Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas is truly unique. The territory of the protected zone is home to more than six dozen relict plants and animals, and seven of them are found only in Stradzha Park. Scientists attribute the incredible biological diversity of these places to both favorable climatic conditions and a favorable location between Europe, the Mediterranean and Asia.
As for the flora of these places, 80% of the park’s territory is covered with deciduous forests, and some trees are more than five hundred years old. These “long-lived” species include, for example, rock oaks and Gartvis oaks, as well as dense and oriental beeches. The trunk diameter of such trees often exceeds two meters.
Fauna of Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas
Today, the Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas is home to the most animals in Bulgaria - 431 species, 31 of which are relict. In addition, about six hundred invertebrates and more than 70 species of marine fish live here. Also, according to scientists, every year the air corridor over the coast of the park is used by millions of birds flying to Africa from Northern Europe. Because of this, the territory of the natural park is extremely important for supporting the life of dozens of species of rare and endangered birds. Today, 270 bird species live permanently in Strandzha.
Cultural attractions of Strandzha Park
In addition to the unique flora and fauna, the Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas also has cultural value. For example, the famous dances on hot coals (Nestinarian dances), which are one of the pagan customs that have survived to this day, can be seen in the park. In the village of Bulgari this dance can be seen annually on May 21st, in Borodilovo on July 27th, and in the village of Kosti on July 20th. By the way, this custom was recognized as a UNESCO intangible world heritage site.
In addition, the park offers the opportunity to visit several historical sites. For example, near the village of Stoilovo, tourists will see Petrov Niva with a memorial dedicated to the memory of those killed during the Iliden-Preobrazhensky uprising of 1903. There is also a museum exhibition and a small chapel-ossuary of St. Petka.
Helpful information
How to get there: Strandzha Natural Park can be reached from Burgas along highway No. 98. In the protected area of Poda, make a right turn towards Malko Tarnovo. The road will go through the village of Zvezdets and to Malko-Tarnovo, located a few kilometers from the Turkish border.
Additionally: when going to the Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas, it is worth keeping in mind that in the vicinity of the park you cannot always count on stable mobile communications, since in many parts of the reserve network coverage is weak or non-existent.
Visiting rules: It is allowed to move around the territory of the Strandzha Natural Park in Burgas only along special tourist paths. Setting up tents, making fires and parking cars is allowed only in places specially equipped for this.
