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1. Magura Winery
Winery/Brewery/DistilleryWhether you're a keen oenophile or just enjoy a good class of wine, touring Magura Winery's cellars is a really fun way to pass an afternoon. The winery, in the village of Rabisha, 20 km (12.5 miles) from Belogradchik, opened in 1967. Growing conditions in the region are favorable and as such, the grapes here produce some of the country's best sparkling wine. Bottles are stored in 15-million-year-old Magura Cave. Three levels of guided tastings are available, starting from 25 leva per person on weekdays (18 leva per person for groups of 10 or more). All tastings include a selection of wine and a platter of cheese and cold appetizers.
Village of Rabisha, Vidin district, Rabisha, 3938, Bulgaria02-2857–0015-Sofia officeSight Details
Rate Includes: 25–24 leva per person depending on the day and tasting level; 18–27 leva per person for groups of 10 or more, BGN 25 -
2. Astronomical Observatory
ObservatoryJust 100 meters from Belogradchik Fortress is the Astronomical Observatory which has three telescopes available for night sky viewing. Night visits need to be arranged in advance and are possible only when the sky is clear. Those who visit during the day time can tour the observatory, listen to a brief lecture on the work that goes on here, and have questions answered by an astronomer.
Institute of Astronomy, 72 Tsarigradsko Chaussee Blvd. 1784, Belogradchik, 3900, Bulgaria0936-53372Sight Details
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3. Belogradchik Fortress
RuinsParts of this well-preserved stronghold on the north slope of the Balkan date all the way back to when this area was part of the Roman Empire. The fortress was expanded first in the mid 14th century, when it served more for surveillance than defense, and then in the late 14th century when it was captured by the Ottomans. Its walls stand 39 feet (12 m) and, at the foundation, are more than 6 feet thick (2 m). The fortress lies at the foot of the Belogradchik Rocks, which served as further protection. Kids can run around here to their hearts' content, playing Battle of the Empires, Ottoman vs. Bulgarian.
Belogradchik, Bulgaria0936-53001Sight Details
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4. Belogradchik Rocks
MountainRunning along the western slopes of the Balkans Mountains are these gorgeous rock formations, some of which stand more than 650 feet (200 m). The rocks, made of sandstone and conglomerate, are believed to have started forming a cool 230 million years ago. They're mostly reddish brown in color with some yellow tinges and look especially beautiful as the sun sets and illuminates their cliffs. The groups of rocks closest to central Belogradchik have interesting names based on local legends, like the Schoolgirl, the Madonna, and the Mushrooms. Whether you hike up to the plateau or walk leisurely around the lower levels, the views over the forest are phenomenal.
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5. Chiprovtsi Historical Museum
Museum/GalleryAn hour outside Belogradchik is the town of Chiprovtsi, where this five-room museum displays objects related to the history of Chiprovtsi. The museum was opened in 1988 in part as a commemoration of the 300th anniversary of the Chiprovtsi Uprising, which was a backlash against the Ottomans. Exhibits include one on archaeological findings in the region from the Neolithic period to the late Middle Ages and another on Chiprovtsi carpets, a traditional handicraft that's an essential part of Bulgarian heritage.
2 ul. Vitosha, Chiprovtsi, 3461, Bulgaria09554-2168Sight Details
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6. Chiprovtsi Monastery
Religious Building/Site/ShrineThis monastery dedicated to Sveti Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila) is in Chiprovtsi, a village an hour outside Belogradchik. The monastery, composed of the church, a small graveyard, and a belfry, was originally built in the 10th century but was razed six times between the 15th and 19th centuries, including right after the violent Chiprovtsi Uprising against the Ottomans. The church you see today dates to the mid 19th century.
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7. History Museum
Museum/GalleryA preserved National Revival-period home dating to 1810 houses the city's history museum, which is adjacent to the Natural Sciences Museum. The museum opened in 1970 following light renovations and is now home to several thousand artifacts. These are mostly from the Ottoman and Revival periods and include wood and ceramic handicrafts, jewelry, and vibrant folk costumes and accessories.
1 ul. Kapitan Krastyo, Belogradchik, 3900, Bulgaria0936-53469Sight Details
Rate Includes: 3 leva, BGN 10 -
8. Magura Cave
CaveOne of the Europe's best preserved, post-Palaeolithic painted caves is located just 20 km (12.4 miles) from Belogradchik, near the small village of Rabisha. Running 2.5 km (1.5 miles), the 15-million-year-old Magura Cave's walls are decorated with detailed cave paintings of people, hunting scenes, geometric shapes, and animals; these are believed to be exclusive to the Balkans. The cave is wide and its ceilings tall, making it quite comfortable to walk through–especially because the year-round temperature is 11–12°C.
Rabisha Lake, Rabisha, 3938, Bulgaria0936-894–481–964Sight Details
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9. Natural Science Museum
Museum/GalleryVisit this small science museum before climbing the Belogradchik Rocks to get a better understanding of the region's natural history. The museum dates to 1975 and houses more than 500 displays, including taxidermied animals that focus on northwest Bulgaria's flora and fauna.
1 ul. Kapitan Krastyo, Belogradchik, Bulgaria0936-53231Sight Details
Rate Includes: 3 leva, Nov.–Mar., BGN 3, Closed Nov.–Mar.
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