Hassan Aziz: The Eastern Rhodope region is one of the Wonders of Bulgaria
“I wish many times on the 30th anniversary and all of them are related to national causes”. Thus began the greeting of Dr. Hassan Azis, mayor of Kardzhali, during the discussion of the “Standart” campaign “- The Wonders of Bulgaria”.
Something very valuable is hidden in cultural-historical tourism – our memory. Therefore, you can always count on our partnership, emphasized Hassan Aziz.
Then he presents the basis on which tourism in Kardzhali develops.
“When we talk about the brand Kardzhali – there are different definitions – the capital of the Eastern Rhodopes, the pearl of the Rhodopes. But Kardzhali is also the capital of tolerance. And, of course, the shown land of Orpheus.
There are wonderful views here – high mountains, cliffs cut by the silver ribbon of the Arda River. A real oasis of wildlife.
The municipality of Kardzhali is the largest in the Eastern Rhodopes. Here are the largest dams – “Kardzhali” and “Studen Kladenets”. There are ideal conditions for hunting and fishing tourism. Our dams are the most beautiful in Bulgaria. Catfish over 100 kg were caught in them. Dozens of fishermen from Europe tried their luck in the “Rhodope seas”. In the immediate vicinity there are restaurants, villas. They give high tourist potential.
The municipality has the opportunity to develop any type of tourism. Tourism is an important industry for the municipality, generating income for business and the population.
There are monuments from different historical eras.
In terms of hunting and farming – we have 14 hunting and farming areas. The conditions are suitable for hunting tourism. The hunting farms “Zhenda” and “Bolartsi” have the best mouflon population.
Stone Mushrooms, Stone Wedding, Venus Hair are some of the attractions.
Part of the region’s magic lies in its ancient past. The ancient and medieval city of Perperikon is one of the most ancient monuments. The Monyak fortress was of strategic importance. There are few cities in Bulgaria that have a restored monastery complex. The Church of the Assumption and the Church of Saint George are impressive. We have a Regional History Museum, storing thousands of exhibits. The art gallery has one of the richest collections of paintings.
In addition to other national holidays, local festivals and events are also held. “Kardzhali – capital of tolerance” is a traditional ethno-festival.
Since 2008, a new initiative dedicated to multicultural diversity has been launched. The festival of children’s creativity is being held for the 13th time.
All this is in the Holy Mountain. In the time when the gods lived among men, Dionysus was able to make even death cry with his lyre. There is talk of the mysterious civilization that lived here, which makes thousands of people travel thousands of kilometers to come and see.
The Eastern Rhodope region is one of the wonders of Bulgaria. The world is yet to rediscover it,” Hassan Aziz said.