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Accessible nature for everyone

Forest inspectors from the Rila Monastery Nature Park are repairing sections of the eco-trail in the Kirilova Polyana area, which was specially designed for people with disabilities. The goal is to improve safety and comfort so that everyone can experience the beauty of the Rila Mountains up close. We remain committed to caring for both nature and people. #RilaMonastery #NaturePark #AccessibleNature #EcoTrail #ForestInspectors #KirilovaPolyana

Nordic Arboretum Experts Collect Tree Seeds in Rila Monastery Nature Park

Rila Monastery Nature Park recently welcomed a team of experts from the Nordic Arboretum Committee (NAC), who conducted seed collection of characteristic tree species. The initiative aims to enrich living collections in arboreta and botanical gardens across Northern Europe. The fieldwork was carried out along the route from Kirilova Polyana to Suhoto Lake, in full compliance with local permitting regulations and environmental protection guidelines. The team demonstrated...

September 27 – World Tourism Day

On September 27, we celebrate World Tourism Day – an initiative by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), which aims to raise awareness of the importance of tourism and its impact on society, the economy, culture, and the environment worldwide. Each year, this day is dedicated to a specific theme that reflects current challenges and opportunities in the tourism sector. The theme for World Tourism Day 2025 is “Tourism and Green Investments,” emphasizing...

Rila Monastery Nature Park hosted Belgian foresters

Rila Monastery Nature Park was pleased to host a group of 50 experts from the Royal Belgian Forestry Society, who are on a study trip to Bulgaria to exchange experience in the field of sustainable forestry. During their visit, the guests got acquainted with the natural wealth of the park, as well as with the spiritual and cultural heart of the region - the Rila Monastery. The meeting was part of a wider program for the exchange of experience with the South-Western Forestry...