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The mixture of outstanding natural beauty and first class skiing conditions, serviced by state of the art ski lifts has already made Bansko the premier Bulgarian ski resort. Unlike purpose built ski resorts, Bansko is a picturesque town whose history is reflected in the architecture of the old town where over 150 listed buildings retain the ancient Bulgarian atmosphere. On a recent visit, one of the greatest skiers of all time - Alberto Tomba declared Bansko to be the best new resort in Eastern Europe. It is easy to see why. The naturally varied terrain coupled with it’s other unique attributes ensure that Bansko is not only a world class ski resort but also a beautiful historic spot. Bansko is not only a great ski resort, it is also a fantastic summer holiday destination. As the host of the traditional Summer Jazz Festival, Bulgarian Folk Festival and many other cultural events, Bansko attracts many visitors during the summer months. Surrounded by the Pirin, Rila and Rhodopa mountains, Bansko is a beautiful mountain resort with a short summer and long winter. Enjoy fabulous scenic walks and view the stunning lakes; Moratovo, Valeavishki and Popovo. |
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| • Skiing • Fishing • Horse Riding • Tennis in town • Golf within a 30 minute drive |
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| • Walking holidays • Rural/countryside retreats • Good nightlife • Cycling holidays |
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The town
of Bansko is located at 925 m. above sea level, and its skiing area
is between 2000 and 2500 m above sea level. The Pirin mountain range is Alpine in character, which boasts an impressive snowfall record and beautiful weather. The skiing season is long - from mid December to mid April and there are pistes to suit every skier from novice to intermediate to expert. |
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