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[You must be registered and logged in to see this link.]The Mysteries of Belasitsa Mountain Mountains in Bulgaria are a natural treasure. Bulgarian ski resorts are famous all over the world, while a number of climbers enjoy conquering the high peaks in Rila, Pirin, and the Rhodope mountains. These are some of the most visited Bulgarian mountains but there are other places that are attractive to lovers of adventures. The mountain of Belasitsa is not well known among tourists. It spreads on the territory of Bulgaria, Greece and Macedonia. The strict border control some 20 years ago made access to the mountain difficult but now there are no obstacles for tourists who want to visit it. 30% of the mountain is located in Bulgaria. Since 2007 this territory has become a natural park, providing a number of opportunities for development of tourism.
Sofia Kostadinova, expert in the Belasitsa Nature Park told us more:
“The park includes most of the northern slopes of the mountain. The total area is 12,000 hectares. The Bulgarian town of Petrich is situated close to the mountain. One of the mountain routes starts from town and reaches the Belasitsa hut. Another route leads to the Kongor hut and the Kongor peak. Tourists can also hike to reach the highest peak in Belasitsa – Radomir (2029 meters). All these routes are well marked,” Sofia Kostadinova adds.
In all villages at the foot of the mountain, tourist can find maps that show the attractive mountain routes. Those who reach the Tumba peak of the mountain would enjoy a magnificent view. It is interesting that the peak is situated right on the border of Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Greece. In 2001 the Bulgarian Tourism Federation made the first organised climbing of the Tumba peak in which Bulgarian, Macedonian, and Greek tourists took part.
Here is more from Sofia Kostadinova
“There is a mountain route called Butterflies and Belasitsa flowers.” It starts from the village of Yavornitsa. Taking this route makes it possible to see a great number of butterflies and plants. “Life of the Chestnut tree” route is a circular one, starting and finishing in the village of Kolarovo, where the office of the Belasitsa Nature Park is situated. The routes to the Kongor and Belasitsa huts are also very interesting, offering tourists close contact with nature and the forest inhabitants. There is a path entitled “
” near the Belasitsa hut, leading to the Lishnishki waterfall in the mountain.”
Sofia Kostadinova also told us about a joint project together with the Greek municipality of Visaltia, which envisages opening of a modern information center. Ms. Kostadinova said an ancient Roman road existed in the mountain starting from the village of Kolarovo and going along the mountain ridge. There is an idea for reconstruction of this ancient road and turning it into a tourist attraction.
Fri May 13, 2011 3:09 pm
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