Places of interest
Rocks of Belogradchik
The Belogradchik Rocks are situated 30 km south of Vidin and 176 km north of the capital Sofia. They are unique rock formations, located in the west part of the Pre-Balkan area covering 30-km long and 15 km wide spot from Balkan Mountains. More than 200 million years that enchanting natural phenomenon has been sculpted by the rain water and winds, which transformed the shapeless stone into sculptures that look like mythical creatures, human silhouettes, animals and birds. These 200 m high rock columns form natural fortress, which defensive potential was exploited since the ancient times. The fortifications were first built and then further extended in three time periods: The Roman times, The Middle Ages and the Ottoman period.
The Rocks of Belogradchik are known for their nomination in the project named the New Seven Wonders of the World and are included in the indicative list of UNESCO in 1984.
The Belogradchik Rocks are situated 30 km south of Vidin and 176 km north of the capital Sofia. They are unique rock formations, located in the west part of the Pre-Balkan area covering 30-km long and 15 km wide spot from Balkan Mountains. More than 200 million years that enchanting natural phenomenon has been sculpted by the rain water and winds, which transformed the shapeless stone into sculptures that look like mythical creatures, human silhouettes, animals and birds. These 200 m high rock columns form natural fortress, which defensive potential was exploited since the ancient times. The fortifications were first built and then further extended in three time periods: The Roman times, The Middle Ages and the Ottoman period.
The Rocks of Belogradchik are known for their nomination in the project named the New Seven Wonders of the World and are included in the indicative list of UNESCO in 1984.
