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The village of Edrino

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Edrino is a village in Southern Bulgaria. It is part of the municipality of Krumovgrad, Kardzhali Region.

It is located 3 km south-east of the town of Krumovgrad, and respactively 50 and 291 km in the same direction of the regional center Kardzhali and the capital - Sofia city.

The village is located in a mountainous region at an altitude about 250 m. The climate is transitional Mediterranean, the winter is mild and the summer - long and hot.

The population of the village is about 250 people.

The close proximity of Krumovgrad determines the good infrastructure of Edrino - the streets are paved, the village has electricity and water supply systems, all mobile operators have coverage, regular bus transport connects the village with the municipality central town.

The village of Edrino is located 2 km from one of the main thoroughfares in Southern Bulgaria - II 59 Momchilgrad - Krumovgrad - Ivaylovgrad which connects the municipality of Krumovgrad with the neighboring municipalities, the regional center Kardzhali and the national transport network.

The nearest school and kindergarten are located in Krumovgrad. This is where one can obtain medical help as well. There are two medical centers on the territory of the town - one multiprofile hospital for active treatment and a medical center.

 

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In the neighboring village of Rogach / 6 km east of Edrino / is situated the Rock tomb - sanctuary, locatedon a cliff on the right bank of the River Krumovitsa. This archaeological site is revered by locals as sacred as there are the two small holes on the rocks resembling human steps, which are called “The steps of Ali" (a Muslim saint).

In the near town of Krumovgrad one can visit a number of sites with cultural and historical significance. The town was built on the foundations af a fortified settlement. One part of the fortification has been saved and is located in the center of the town.

The medieval nave church in the central part of Krumovgrad is also an interesting site. It was built of hewn stones soldered with white plaster.

The mosque "Seytlyar dzhamisi" is also a site with importance for the cultural heritage of the town. It was built on the foundations of an old wooden mosque from XVI - XVIII century and is believed to be the main reason for the existance of Krumovgrad and the villages that surround it. The friday meetings of people there were the reason for trade relations to arise, for commercial stores and, later, even house to appear.

A museum collection which includes  over 2000 exhibits connected with the cultural and historical heritage of the municipality of Krumovgrad is located in a monument-building in the town.

Sourcewww. krumovgrad.bg , www.bg.guide-bulgaria.com
Photos: www.panoramio.com

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