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Rhodope mountains, the most
lyrical Bulgarian mountains, are located in the most
southern part of the country. Although their average
altitude does not exceed 1000m, the Rhodope mountains offer
some of the finest hiking in Bulgaria. Their mild oval forms
with lush highland meadows and aromatic pines and spruces
exist together with deep river gorges, fantastic caves,
strange natural sculptures, and picturesque untouched
villages. Some 15 natural reserves under UNESCO protection
with abundant wildlife, flora and fauna, can be found here.
The Central Balkan National Park, located between the Valley of the
Roses and the Danubian plain is nestled in the central and higher
portions of the Balkan Range. Its rounded ridges and high peaks alternate
with deep canyons, vertical rock faces and caves. It is the home to the
largest number of high mountain waterfalls, among which the highest in
Bulgaria - Raiskoto Praskalo waterfall , and the location of the deepest
precipice cave in the country. The caves and canyons, the
rock faces and cliffs are inhabited by endangered species of
bats, birds, and a variety of other wildlife, as well as
various rare and beautiful plants many of which native to
these mountains.
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