myself and norma are coming to pamporova in mid jan we would like to tour round the surrounding towns and villages. what is the transport situation?
is there a local bus service?
can anyone help please/
Dear Phil & Norma,
You will be close to the towns of Assenovgrad and Plovdiv. There is a lot to see there. Here is some info:
- Assenovgrad - situated on the two banks of the Assenitsa River, it is the road to the most beautiful part of the Western Rhodopi Mountain. The strategic position of the town has predestined its key role as one of the most important Rhodopi fortresses in the Middle Ages - Stanimaka, far back in ancient times.
- Plovdiv, the second biggest town in Bulgaria, ...
Dear Phil & Norma,
You will be close to the towns of Assenovgrad and Plovdiv. There is a lot to see there. Here is some info:
- Assenovgrad - situated on the two banks of the Assenitsa River, it is the road to the most beautiful part of the Western Rhodopi Mountain. The strategic position of the town has predestined its key role as one of the most important Rhodopi fortresses in the Middle Ages - Stanimaka, far back in ancient times.
- Plovdiv, the second biggest town in Bulgaria, famous with its Ancient theatre, many historic and cultural places of interest, the Old town and the nice restaurants /especially Hebros Restaurant/.
- Bachkovo monastery -one of the oldest monasteries in Bulgaria, situated in the picturesque Chaya river valley, 29 km south of Plovdiv. Founded in 1083, Bachkovo Monastery is chiefly known for its original architecture, rich collections of old icons, jewelry, coins The library preserves many valuable incunabula and old manuscripts. Its most remarkable feature, however, are the paintings that are seen everywhere and are painted by the celebrated National Revival artist Zahari Zograph.
Wish you nice time in Bulgaria! Enjoy it!