Razlog: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Culture

The Historical Museum – Razlog houses more than 5,000 exhibits. The exhibitions are dedicated to archaeology, ethnography and the history of the city during the last century. The museum preserves movable cultural assets that reflect the past of Razlog and the settlements in its municipality.

Patokova House is home to the Museum of Razlog Chaush, which is part of the Historical Museum – Razlog. It presents local Kukeri and Survakari traditions and uses exhibits to illustrate local folklore and ways of life, as well as customs associated with Babinden, Easter and St. George’s Day. The Historical Museum – Razlog is housed in a Bulgarian National Revival-era house in the Razlog-Chepino style from the late 19th century, near the city center. The building was rebuilt in 1905 according to the old floor plan.

Starchevata takes place in Razlog every year on January 1; bells, drums and zurnas mark the beginning of the New Year Kukeri festival. Groups from Razlog’s seven neighborhoods appear as Chaushi, Kukeri, costumed young women and men, Survakari, bear leaders, jesters, as well as musicians with zurnas and drums. In addition, every two years Razlog hosts an international Kukeri carnival, attended by mask and Kukeri groups from around the world.

The “Ancient Solar Calendar” in Razlog’s central park consists of 12 marble moraines with carved animal figures arranged in a circle.

Those choosing Razlog as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Nature

The Golak hill above Razlog is visited by locals and guests of the city for walks, relaxation and views over the Razlog Valley. The Steps Eco Trail on Golak has 54 recreational areas and 30 viewpoints. A 12-meter-high observation tower, benches, swings and wooden loungers stand on the Golak ridge.

City

The “St. Annunciation Church” stands in the heart of Razlog and has a 26-meter-high bell tower. Its interior was completely decorated with frescoes from 2000 to 2008.

Razlog’s Water Alley is located in the city center.

Other places: Eleshnitsa, Banya, Dolno Draglishte, Bachevo

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