Information about Sandanski

Sandanski is a beautiful city in south-west Bulgaria, known as the birthplace of the leader of the Roman slave uprising in 73-71BC - Spartacus, who led an army of escaped Roman slaves that defeated several Roman legions and came close to sacking Rome itself.

Sandanski boasts the highest number of sunshine hours in all of Bulgaria - its air is thought to be probably the cleanest air in Europe and it is also suitable for treating respiratory diseases. The city is also famous for its over 80 mineral water springs - it is probably the most famous SPA location in Bulgaria, together with the city of Velingrad, located also in south-west Bulgaria.

At the city centre you will find what most people seek - outdoor cafes and restaurants, hotels, clothes and art shops, goldsmiths, several ateliers.
Macedonia Avenue is the main street through Sandanski, from the town square to the city park. It is the main shopping street and you find most of the towns' art galleries here. Enjoy an easy stroll down Macedonia Avenue through the center of town under the full green leafy overhang and do some serious shopping.

The town park stretches up along the Bistritsa river from the upper end of the Macedonia Avenue, with the Rila mountains towering majestically in the background.

As much of Sandanski, the charming church clings to the valley side of the Bistritsa River valley.
When in Sandanski, don't miss visiting Melnik and its Sandstone Pyramids
When visiting Sandanski, take the opportunity to visit the attractions in the greater Sandanski area - Melnik with its famous sandstone pyramids, traditional houses and delicious red wine, the Rupite volcanic crater with its hot thermal springs, the impressive Rila Monastery, and the wild and beautiful Rila Mountains.