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Bansko
is Bulgaria's premier ski resort, having the best and most modern ski centre
of all Bulgarian ski resorts. During recent years a multi-million euros
investment in a brand new skiing area has been made. Bansko has the best
snow record and the longest ski season (15 Dec - 15 May) of all Bulgarian
ski resorts.
The town of Bansko is situated near the river Glazane in the north eastern
foot of Pirin, right below the highest and most beautiful part of the mountain.
Its name comes from the old Bulgarian word “ban”, which means
“master”. It is just 160 kilometers away from Sofia and 6 kilometers
from Razlog.
The town of Bansko is located at 925 m. above sea level and its skiing elevation
is 2000-2600 m. The Pirin mountain has a predominantly Alpine character
and highest peak in the area is Vihren 2914 m.
The ski pistes are located in two main ski - centres- CHALIN VALOG (1100-1600m)
and SHILIGARNIKA (1700-2500m). They are approximately 10 kilometers above
the town on the northern slopes of Pirin, and are easily accessible for
approx. 25 minutes on the new Gondola lift which starts from Bansko. The
total length of the marked pistes is 65 kilometers.
The unique combination of a well developed mountain resort and a living
historical town turns it into an elegant place for entertainment. The traditional
Bansko taverns (called "Mehana"), with their exceptional charm
and style offer local atmosphere by their cuisine and good selection of
Bulgarian wines. Most of the local "Mehanas" even offer live folk
music. Many local cafes and bars offer refreshments. Discos and night clubs
work without time limit, and usually close early in the morning.
Of course there's a lot to see in the town of Bansko itself, with around
120 cultural and historical monuments will have a lot to explore. Bansko
is known to be unique site with international significance for the international
tourism. Except for the beautiful Pirin Mountain the town possesses rich
historical sites. Remains from ancient fortresses in the Staroto Gradishte
site, are situated just four kilometers in western direction and the Ulen
site along the Demianitsa river flow. Nearby Staroto Gradishte site there
are Thracian mound hills. South of Bansko is situated the National Park
Pirin included in the UNESCO list for cultural and natural sightseeing.
The park is rich with its lakes, waterfalls, caves, venerable trees and
historical sites. Bansko together with Dobrinishte are also famous for their
mineral springs, the reserve Bayovi dupki- Djindjiritsa.
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