| Bulgaria, a recently discovered popular holiday | | | | magnificent abstract wooden carvings, located around |
| destination that has become popular due to the Black | | | | the lake, including the majestic bear. On a warm day |
| Sea coastal areas and the winter ski resorts. There | | | | relax at one of the outdoor tables sampling the local |
| are, however, plenty of rural destinations that are as | | | | dishes or soothe those muscles in the hot tub! |
| yet completely undiscovered. These places hold many | | | | Then there are all the surrounding villages including |
| hidden treasures, tempting for those seeking something | | | | Ichtiman, Samokov, Raduil, Belovo, Dolna Bania and |
| a little bit different away from the commercialised | | | | Pazardzhik. These towns have much to offer including |
| centres. | | | | golf courses, flying school, bustling local markets and |
| The village of Kostenets is one of these hidden | | | | good shopping. |
| treasures, it is nestled in a valley and awaiting | | | | So, if you want to visit somewhere like this, where can |
| exploration. Never heard of Kostenets? That's no | | | | you stay? Looking for small, family run establishments |
| surprise as its not widely known-but it should be! | | | | in a search engine is a good idea, as these type of |
| In Kostenets you can discover the beautiful waterfall | | | | businesses are more personalised and will take the |
| that flows all year round. The pretty mountain side | | | | time to show you the surrounding areas, they will know |
| church that is used for special prayer is totally idyllic. | | | | where all the beautiful landmarks are and will make |
| Located on the perfect spot the surrounding | | | | sure that you have a perfect holiday- sometimes a |
| panoramic views of the town, village and Rila | | | | little extra care makes all the difference! |
| Mountains are absolutely breathtaking! The village also | | | | Well let's hope that everyone will have the chance to |
| boasts an alluring outdoor mineral pool, full of hot | | | | discover rural Bulgaria at sometime as it is well worth |
| mineral water that does wonders for your body, | | | | a visit, if you want more information about various rural |
| leaving your skin soft and your hair shining. Fabulous | | | | locations and just Bulgaria in general there is a free |
| after a tiring hike up into the mountains. | | | | online magazine all about it called Bulgaria Info Online. |
| Down a hidden twisting path you will find the lake | | | | Happy holidays! |
| restaurant, with traditional Bulgarian cuisine. It has | | | | |