The Area

Bulgaria is a land of magical beauty and ancient myths. There is such a village here in the most remote corner of the Rhodope Mountains where those myths and legends are intertwined with the sound of bagpipes and the smell of homemade bread, where lush meadows alternate with high ridges. A village where timelessness exists. It is located where all roads end at 3750 ft altitude, an hour and a half drive from the Greek border. The village of Kiselchovo represents the lifestyle and architecture that could be both impressively medieval looking with solid stone walls and small paved streets as well as colorful and charming in a completely unexpected manner. Only 8 people live here year-round now. The hospitality of those residents and the energy which the mountain carries transform everyone who visits the village. Rhodope is one of the few mountain ranges in the world with such high level of negative air ionization. According some scientific research it helps brain’s alfa waves and stimulates the therapeutic, antibacterial and antiviral processes in the body.

Our guest house Ethno Art Room is on the southern slope of Kiselchovo and offers the best view not only in the village but in the surrounding area. Many eco-, bike and horse trails are nearby the guest house as well as archeological and nature sights. The local guides speak English and the hostess Roumy will get you in touch with them or can even help you with booking your appointment upfront.

Eco trails from Ethno Art Room

Buduralan Peak
the view from here is always stunning regardless of the season. Route – follow the blue and white markers that begin from Ethno Art Room. Duration an hour and a half hike one way from Ethno Art Room; elevation gain 400 meters (1300 ft)

Kartalski Kamak Peak a 360-degree panoramic view awaits you at the top with Ardin peak, Kom peak and many others in front of you. You will see the Aegean Sea from here. Eagles nest on the slopes of the peak and if you are lucky enough you will be able to observe them. Route Kiselchovo – Sinanevo area – Dimovo – Kartalski Kamak Duration 2-hour hike one way from Ethno Art Room; distance 8 kilometers; elevation gain 350 meters (1150 ft)
Kiselchovski Waterfall It’s a small waterfall with a height of about 12 m. The river and the waterfall are located in a beautiful gorge surrounded by sheer cliffs. Distance 2-hour hike round trip from Ethno Art Room
Poprelka village Route Kiselchovo – Dimovo – Kremene – Poprelka. Holy Trinity Church built in 1896 in Kremene was declared a National monument of art and culture decades later. There is also an ancient Roman road which goes through Kremene. Duration 3-hour hike one way from Ethno Art Room
Nadarska Cave Based on a Trip Advisor visitor review the cave displays a “wonderful underground world”. Ancient Thracian ceramics dating back to 1,000 years BC are found inside. It’s the oldest cave in the region. Duration 2.5 hour hike one way from Ethno Art Room
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Attractions within 10 kilometers (6 miles) from Ethno Art Room that are amongst the most popular Rhodope tourist sites:

Uhlovitsa Cave called “the underground Palace of Rhodope Mountain”, the cave is famous for its magnificent coral formations. About 3000 tourists visit the cave every year. An impressive flowstone formation known as the Icefall and 4 lakes are at the end of the cave.
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Agushevi Konatsi his is the best-preserved architectural structure in the region built during the 19th century. The construction took 3 craftsman about 20 years to complete it. Konatsi’s singular form is “konak”, which means a “palatial residence, large house”. The entire complex is fitted with 221 windows, 86 doors and 24 chimneys. Due to its size the feudal estate resembles a castle with no equivalent on the Balkans. The complex was declared a National monument of art and culture in 1964.
Panoramic Platform The Peak built in 2020 near by Mogilitsa, the platform has a glass floor. While you enjoy the astonishing view you can sense the steep abyss underneath. The options to get there are to rent a jeep or an SUV and follow the road markers.
Fortress Kaleto The late-antique fortress is situated on top of a marble limestone conical hill near by the village of Koshnitsa. It was built in the 6-th century and was part of the Rhodope fortification system during the Middle Ages along with the rest of the fortresses in the region. The passage cave to the fortress and the fortress itself were used as a rock sanctuary. A few chapels are preserved in the southern part of the fortress.
Panoramic Platform The Peak built in 2020 near by Mogilitsa, the platform has a glass floor. While you enjoy the astonishing view you can sense the steep abyss underneath. The options to get there are to rent a jeep or an SUV and follow the road markers.
Cave Golubovitsa your visit inside the water cave it will be an adventure of a lifetime! Situated between Koshnitsa and Mogilitsa, the cave allows visitors in late summer and fall only due to the underground lakes and a stream which fill the cave with water. A rope bridge takes you there. All visitors should wear long sleeve tops, full length pants and keep in mind that the temperature inside is 11 degrees Celsius / 52 degrees Fahrenheit all the time. The instructors from the Caving and Extreme Tourism Club “Mursalitsa” (phone +359 878 450 800 or +359 889 293 070, email mursalitsa@abv.bg) will equip you with rubber boots, lifejacket and headlight. Upfront reservation and a minimum of 4 people are required to book a spot.
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