The famous ski resort Pamporovo is only 10 km from Smolyan which is the largest city nearby, A trip to Smolyan you should always make. Taxis are by now a rather expensive vehicle so take buses, that are very cheap and have a good standard.
The temperature in the mountain areas varies greatly. In summer time the temperature can reach 35 degrees, but normal it is around 2025 degrees, which is very pleasant.
About 65 km. south of Plovdiv, after a little more than an hours drive along a beautiful mountain road towards Pamporovo and Smolyan, you arrive to Chepelare, Bulgarias highest town.
The city in the narrow valley lies in approx. 1100 ms altitude. The postcard scene of the green soft hills that meets your eyes captivates anyone who gives their time to look around.
The famous ski resort Pamporovo is only 10 km from Smolyan which is the largest city nearby, A trip to Smolyan you should always make. Taxis are by now a rather expensive vehicle so take buses, that a