Bansko Flights and Travel Guide

Situated in the foothills of one of the country's most beautiful mountains, Bansko is a charming and historic town with the stunning alpine backdrop formed by the Pirin Mountains. A climatic mountain resort, Bansko is known as an alpine skiing, hiking and climbing center, but it combines its natural beauty and outdoor opportunities with the atmosphere of an ancient Bulgarian town from the 10th century, and boasts a wealth of culture and history, as well as traditional taverna-style cuisine and colorful folklore. The traditional stone and wooden buildings are an integral part of its charm and character and many relics and monuments survive from its past. The alpine character of the Pirin Mountains create excellent skiing conditions for all types of skiers and experts can enjoy some of the country's best downhill skiing at the nearby resort of Shiligarnika.

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Bansko Insider Information

• Bansko is a recently opened ski resort with the best snow record in Bulgaria.  This means the ski season continues even until May.
• In August Bansko holds an international Jazz festival and on alternate years a singing festival.  In mid-May the local traditions are celebrated.  These all offer opportunities to drink the excellent wine. Country wine is good value and uses only two varieties of grape which must be stated on the label, table wine is cheaper and made from any number of grapes. Damiantza and Vini Sliven are two of the wines with a high reputation.
• Eat out in Motikata which is famous throughout the region for its barbecued meats.  In the summer you sit in a large garden with stunning views of the mountains.

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