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The village of Konche

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Konche is a village in Southern Bulgaria. It is part of the municipality of Momchilgrad, Kardzhali Region.

It is situated at about 22 km south-east of Momchilgrad, 37km in the same direction of the regional center Kardzhali, 25 km south-west of Krumovgrad and about 277 km south-east of the capital Sofia city. The neighbouring villages of Tokachka and Zvezdel are situated respectively at 11 km in the south and 8 km in the north.

The village is located in the Eastern Rhodopes, in an area with mountainous and hilly relief at an altitude of 363 m. It is part of the transitional - Mediterranean climate zone. Winters are relatively mild and summers as long and hot.

Here live about 270 people.

An international road part of the transport corridor № 9 Kardzhali - Makaza - Alexandroupolis passes near the village. This road is a major thoroughfare for Southern Bulgaria and has contributed a lot to the economic development of the region.

Konche has relatively well developed infrastructure - most of the streets are paved, there are electricity and water supply systems. Bus transport connects the village with the municipal town. In the village of Zvezdel you will find a primary school, a community center and a kindergarten. Medical assistance can be obtained by one GP in the village of Tokachka. The nearest general hospital is situated in Momchilgrad.

LANDMARKS AND TOURISM

About 10 km north of Konche, in the village of Ribino, is situated the area of "Ribino" declared protected in order to preserve populations of endangered species of animals and plants, and preservation of karst landscape including rocks , springs and caves.

The medieval fortress Asara, built in XI-XII century is located near the village of Zvezdel. The fort used to serve for the defense of Zvezdel mine where gold ans silver were mined. The most precious finding from the research of the site were the unique medallions - part of the icon, decorated with gold leaf found in the chapel.

At 19 km in the south-east, in the area Tsarkvishteto near the village of Limets, is located the sanctuary of Sabaziy - the God of the Sun. The sanctuary has a round shape and was built of stones without mortar.

In the area around the village you can also visit the following natural and cultural attractions:

  • The natural phenomenon "Petrified Forest", located in the settlement of the village of Raven /about 28 km north of Zvezdel/. It was declared a protected site in the "landmark" category. It represents petrified trees and its age is about 30 million years. 
  • "Borovets" reserve, situated also near the village of Raven - one of the four reserves in the Eastern Rhodopes and is of national importance. It was declared a protected site in order to protect the easternmost natural habitat of pine.  
  • The archaelogical landmark "Orpheus' sanctuary" is located only 25 km north of Konche, near the village of Tatul. This is one of the most remarkable architectural discoveries of our time. The complex comrises an ancient pagan sanctuary and a medieval fortress.

Source:  Mirela, http://bg.guide-bulgaria.com
Photos: http://www.panoramio.com/

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