NEWS

23 years Rila Monastery Nature Park

The "Rila Monastery" Nature Park was declared in June 2000 with the aim of preserving and maintaining the biological diversity of the ecosystems, as well as objects of inanimate nature of world importance for science and culture. Until then, this territory was within the boundaries of the Rila National Park. As part of the highest mountain on the Balkan Peninsula - Rila, the nature park covers the upper reaches of the Rila River and the entire Iliina River, with a total...

We celebrate the International Day of Biological Diversity

Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity, and there is no better time to pause and reflect on the magnificence of nature that surrounds us. ???? Biodiversity is a treasure that must be preserved and protected. From small insects to large predators, from flowers in the field to coral reefs in the ocean - each species has its own role and contribution to the balance of ecosystems. ???? But biodiversity faces significant challenges. Species are disappearing,...

Monitoring activities of plant species

The monitoring activities of plant species on the territory of the "Rila Monastery" Nature Park continue. Bad weather does not prevent beautiful flowers from developing and delighting the eyes of tourists. ???????????? One of the most beautiful species - Orchis ustulata, you can see in the area of the Dendrological trail.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Due to the increased risk of fires, from Mai 6 to November 30, 2023, it is prohibited to light fires on the territory of the Rila Monastery Nature Park. The full text of the Order of the Director of the Directorate of the Rila Monastery Nature Park can be found here.