Devin SPA Hotel
2 Druzhba str.
Devin | - Area Attractions : Unique nature landmarks are located within the territory of the municipality Struilski Dol, Trigrad Gorge, Devil`s Throat Cave, Lagodina Cave, Haramiiska Cave, Trigrad Rocks, Chairite protected region, lakata, the phenomenon Pianata Forest, the canyon of the Devin river, the rock phenomena Elephant and the Girl, the Roman Kemera. Shiroka Luka architectural reserve and St. George and Holly Spirit chapels, as well as the ethnographic museum in Shiroka Luka should also be mentioned. Our programme for development of tourism has been made on the basis of nature-geographical and culture-historical resources and the available infrastructure of the region. It is nature orientated and its priorities are: balneology, fishing tourism, walking, tracking, culture-historical and country tourism. YAGODINSKA CAVE /there are about 140 caves and karst forms founded in the district of Iagodinska Cave. The cave is electricivated and passable/. The Yagodinska Cave is the *pearl in the crown* of the Rhodopi Mountains. It is situated near Buynovska River and is a part of the unique Karst of Buynovsko Gorge. It is 10 km long and 5 stories tall, with many labyrinths and abysses inside. Electric lights make the mysterious formations: draperies, pipe-like stalactites, cave pearls, *leopard*s skin* and hanging stalactone visible along with many others. An iron staircase leads to a hall named *Razlomna* where the real bottom of the underground river is covered with huge blocks. The upper floor was well-known to ancient Eneoloithic inhabitants /14-13 century before Christ/, signs from them were found near the 30 meters abyss. If you wish you can visit the eneoloithic dwellings, which are situated 10 min from the artificial entrance or the *Devil*s bridge* /rock formation/.................................22 km DEVIL*S THROAT CAVE One of the phenomena in the Trigrad Gorge is the Dyavolskoto Garlo /Devil*s Throat/ abyss cave. An impressive cave hall is reached along an artificially dug tunnel /150 m/. A winding steep cement staircase leads from the hall to the natural entrance of the cave. While climbing, the visitor can see one of the highest underground waterfalls in Europe /42 m/. There is a legend from the Thracian times that in order to become immortal the chieftains were thrown inside. Hundreds of years passed and people believed in veneration that the entrance to the Outer world was here, the road to Immortality. In honour of their Gods of the Underworld the people offered as a sacrifice the most beautiful and eminent maids in order to appease the Evil Forces. Local people believe that whatever went into the underground labyrinth of the cave would never come out. Dyavolskoto Garlo is open for visitors throuout the whole year................................25 km VILLAGE OF SHIROKA LUKA If you want to plunge into the atmosphere of the past times, see the sunrise, wake up at first cock-crow, then visit some of the villages in the Rhodopi Mountain. At the foot of the east-west mountainside of the Perelishki part of the Western Rhodopi Mountain and the south-western folds of Chernatitsa is tucked away the village of Shiroka Luka. It is declared as an architectural and ethnographic reserve. The village is located 24 kilometers from Smolyan and 5 kilometers from Pamporovo. Visiting this village, which has preserved the Bulgarian spirit, you can submerge yourself into the way of life of the Bulgarians a century ago. You will see Rhodopi Mountain just as it was during the Revival period. The houses which model everything about the past lifestyle, include the Zgurovski konak, where is located the Ethnographic Museum, the Kaladjiiska house, Grigorovska and Bogdanovska houses. It is the place where you can enjoy traditional Rhodopean dishes, folklore night amusements and walk around the region, accompanied by a guide.........................................18 km TRIGRAD Trigrad is another picturesque Rhodopean village which is tucked away in the foot of the mountain. You can take a walk along the cobble-stone streets and meet the local people who will tell you with great pleasure some interesting story. If you visit the village of Trigrad, which is situated at a distance of 26 kilometers of Devin, youll be very satisfied with the numerous landmarks in the countryside and you will wish to see everything. This, of course, wont be any problem, because the local people will do their best for your pleasant stay. You will have the opportunity to see the Trigrad Gorge, Yagodinska cave, Dyavolsko Gurlo /The Devil*s Throat/, as well as remains from ancient civilizations. Here you can challenge your courage while trying some mountaineering. In Trigrad you can also ride a horse. The hotels will tempt you with their coziness and perfect Bulgarian cuisine, and you will have the possibility to enjoy the traditional Bulgarian folklore....................................25 km PAMPOROVO Pamporovo the pearl of the Bulgarian mountain resorts is situated 15 kilometers from Smolyan. The resort altitude is 1650 meters and the highest point is Snejanka peak. The climate is soft with a strong Mediterranean influence. The average annual temperature is 8. 5 degC, and the thickness of the snow-cover - 140-150 centimeters. Pamporovo is a specialized winter resort but works all the year. During the summer months the tourists can enjoy the lovely nature, coziness and conveniences, which the hotels offer here. Excursions and jaunts which make the holiday unforgettable are organized. During the winter the resort is a real paradise for skiers ideal combination of much snow and sun. At your disposal are 24 kilometers of ski runs and 38 kilometers of crossed roads. Five chair lifts and nine rope-lines serve the ski runs..........................................31 km MUGLA VILLAGE Do you want to plunge into the incredible atmosphere of the typical Rhodopean village? In this case come to the village of Mugla. It is located in the immediate proximity of the Bulgarian Greek border, tucked away amongst the fantastic nature along the Muglenska River, which strikes down with its beautiful waterfalls and rapids. An old legend tells about the origin of the village four bachelors stole a beautiful girl from Smolyan and came to these inaccessible woods to hide. This gave the beginning of the village five centuries ago. In the past Mugla was famous for the fact that it was big sheep center - it has over 40 000 sheep and other cattle. There is a mosque in the center of village with a wooden minaret which is original. Near to the village of Mugla is located the big karst spring Yaza. Part of its water is piped to supply the Pamporovo resort......................................32 km STOYKITE VILLAGE This picturesque Rhodopean villages will offer you authentic atmosphere, lovely views, and reborn Bulgarian crafts. Such is the village of Stoykite, which is situated near by the village of Shiroka Luka. It is 7 kilo
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