Pirin

At skiing, rafting or kapama in the Pirin mountain The Thracians called her snow-white. The Slavs told her Perun. There are many names of the mountain; many are also the beauties that make it worth visiting Pirin. Its highest peak Vihren rises to 2914 meters above sea level and is only 11 meters lower than Musala / Rila / - the highest in the Balkans.

Pirin is among the most loved, and historically, among the most glorious mountain regions in Bulgaria. The array will be found between the valleys of the Struma and Mesta rivers. This is the mountain with the most lakes in Bulgaria - 186. Most popular and most visited is Popovo Lake. On the high mountains, real adventurers can also discover the very rare and protected plant that has become a symbol of the tourist movement in Bulgaria - the famous edelweiss.

In the other Bulgarian mountains, as well as in Pirin, the opportunities for tourism abound. Here is the biggest and the most modern ski resort in the Balkans - Bansko. Gotse Delchev, Dobrinishte and Razlog also offer many opportunities for winter, mountain, spa and golf tourism. The mineral waters of Petrich and Sandanski attract thousands of travelers. In Rupite is the house where the famous granddaughter Baba Vanga lived. The Pyramids and the old wine cellars of the smallest Bulgarian town of Melnik are also a good occasion to visit Pirin … and of course try the Kapama and Bansko old man in one of the many taverns. The brave and loving challenges can also be part of the rafting experience of the Struma. This adventure is awaiting you in the Kresna Gorge, whose total length is 18 km. The best time to go rafting is from the beginning of April to the end of June. At this time of the year because of the melting of the snow, the rivers are the deepest.

Before you get into the boats you will be instructed and will equip you with the necessary equipment. It includes a neoprene suit, helmet, lifejacket, and paddle. Instructor guides you during rafting, which can last from 60 to 180 minutes.

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