The winter resort Pamporovo is situated at the foot of Snezhanka peak (1926 meters) in the Rhodope mountain, at a distance of 260 km from Sofia, 85 km from Plovdiv and 16 km from Smolyan. Although it is mostly known as a winter destination, Pamporovo has a lot to offer to the tourists who decide to visit it during the summer. There are a lot of ecological paths suitable for walk tours in the region of the Rhodope mountain. They are some of the most attractive caves in Bulgaria. From Pamporovo there is a marked route to the village of Shiroka Laka, which is very suitable for bikers. The rivers and the dams in the Rhodope mountain offer good possibilities for sport fishing, and the admirers of nature can also get to know it by mean horse riding. The region around the resort is very attractive for herbgatherers and mushroom-gatherers because interesting plants grow there. Pamporovo is situated in a region with a lot of history. The towns of Chepelare and Smolyan are situated nearby, as well as the picturesque villages of Shiroka Laka, Stoykite, Gela, Smilyan, Arda, which are very attractive because they have preserved the traditions and the hospitality of the local people. Tours to the historical landmarks in the region and other destinations are offered. http://bulgariatravel.org/en/object/309/Pamporovo | Travel Videos

• published: 25 Feb 2015
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