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Strandja Park

If you go to the southeastern region of Bulgaria towards Malko Tarnovo or along the sea immersed in arms spread wide like a sea mountain chain of mountain slopes and soon you will find yourself in the heart of the park - the largest and one of the richest flora and fauna parks in Bulgaria . Announced in early 1995 . with an area of ​​1161 square kilometers and includes central Bulgarian Strandja bordering the Black Sea between Resovo , Tsarevo . The natural and cultural attractions of the park is accessed via the main roads . If you start your journey from Burgas and have a personal vehicle , you can use public transport.

Strandja mountain with a rich history preserved in their land succession of several civilizations.

The oldest traces of life in the mountains - stone axes and pottery fragments found in Ahtopol peninsula , dating from Neolithic and mednokamennata ages ( 6 -3 mil. ) . Throughout the park , you can familiarize yourself with the greatest variety of species of fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds , mammals and vascular plants in the country and in Europe , to encounter the remains of Thracian tombs can enjoy the blooming rhododendron , to wade in the crystal clear rivers, enjoy the archaic folk customs and traditions have survived from antiquity and preserved with love in Strandja villages . Having a healthy climate , forests, ponds, historical and cultural monuments from different eras , preserved old customs and traditions make the whole area into an attractive and interesting place for domestic and international tourism.

The park has five nature reserves , 14 protected areas and 8 landmarks . Near Stoilovo is historical place Petrova niva related to the Ilinden Uprising. Tourists can visit the monument , memorial , built in memory of those killed during the uprising , exposition and ossuary chapel "St. Petka " . Near the town of Malko Tarnovo Mishkova levels is important Thracian tomb .

Strandja ethnicity unique presence of rituals that are found nowhere else in the Bulgarian lands. Only here you can see the customs called "filek "," Mara and Lishanka " and the mystic fire dancers . Netinarstvoto is a unique phenomenon, which is included in the UNESCO list of World Intangible Cultural Heritage . Villages in Strandja have preserved its architecture and offers accommodation in small hotels. Along the Black Sea has camping and preferred places for tents are river valleys Veleka and Youth . In the town of Malko Tarnovo town and village Gramatikovo are two visitor centers that offer information about travel routes , accommodation , liaise with local guides and tourists. Look for specialists from the Directorate of Natural Park "Strandja" to get additional information and assistance for your stay. Department offers mountain , ecological, ornithological , sports activities, cultural itineraries , tourist guides, information about accommodation and places to eat, that will do everything for your holiday in Strandja.

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