Rila-Pirin Region
The Melnik Pyramids
Close to Melnik, which is the smallest city in Bulgaria, are The Melnik Pyramids, one of the most interesting natural attractions in Bulgaria.
Neofit Rilski House Museum – Bansko
The House Museum of Neofit Rilski (1793 – 1881), the founder of secular education in Bulgaria and the first Bulgarian encyclopaedist, is situated next to the Holy Trinity Church in Bansko.
Rila Monastery St Ivan of Rila
Rila Monastery is one of the symbols of Bulgaria and is also a popular tourist destination.
Rila National Park
Rila National Park is situated in the southwest part of the country, in Rila mountain.
Pirin National Park
Pirin National Park is located in the Pirin Mountains, in southwest Bulgaria.
Rila Monastery Natural Park
The Natural Park “Rila Monastery” is situated on the territory of Rila municipality and covers the medium and the high mountain areas of the west section of Rila Mountain.