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European Natura 2000 Day – Nature, Spirituality and Responsibility for the Future

On May 21, we celebrate the European Natura 2000 Day – an initiative dedicated to the protection of Europe’s most valuable natural areas. This day reminds us that preserving biodiversity is not an abstract cause, but a daily responsibility toward the places that provide us with life, water, silence and meaning. Nature Park “Rila Monastery” is part of this pan-European network. The park’s territory protects unique forest ecosystems, rare plant and animal species, high-mountain...

The implementation of the "BIOFOREST" project in the Rila Monastery Nature Reserve has started

The Directorate of Rila Monastery Nature Park has launched the implementation of the project: “Biodiversity Based on Fundamental Renewal of Staff Equipment and Machinery in Rila Monastery Nature Park (BIOFOREST)” The project is implemented under Intervention II.G.13 – “Reducing Biodiversity Loss, Protection of Forest Habitats and Reduction of Illegal Activities in Forest Territories” of the Strategic Plan for the Development of Agriculture and Rural Areas of the Republic...

Rila Monastery Nature Park Marked Earth Day with a Quiz and Festive Atmosphere

Rila Monastery Nature Park took part in the traditional town celebration dedicated to Earth Day, organized by the Municipality of Rila with the support of the “Hristo Botev” Community Center in the town of Rila. During the event, the park’s team presented an engaging and educational quiz focused on nature and its conservation. Both children and adults participated actively, demonstrating knowledge, quick thinking, and great enthusiasm. The best-performing participants...

Declaration of a fire season and a ban on lighting open fires

The Directorate of the Rila Monastery Nature Park informs all citizens and guests of the park that in connection with Order No. OA-RD-14-60/17.03.2026 of the Regional Governor of Kyustendil Region and on the basis of Art. 137 and Art. 138 of the Forestry Act: IT IS PROHIBITED: Lighting an open fire and carrying out fire work on the entire territory of the Rila Monastery Nature Park, including all specialized areas for one-day recreation. Period of validity of the ban:...