Discover Lesichovo

The Municipality of Lesichovo encompasses landscapes stretching from mountain ranges in the north and west to the northern foothills of the Upper Thracian Plain in the south and southeast. It also offers points of interest for those interested in culture and history, from folklore traditions to traces of Late Roman settlements.

Landscape and Natural Setting

The Topolnitsa is the main river flowing through the Municipality of Lesichovo. In the north and west, the municipality includes parts of the Ihtimanska Sredna Gora and Sashtinska Sredna Gora ranges. In the south and southeast, it extends into the northern foothills of the Upper Thracian Plain. The municipality thus encompasses both mountainous areas and the edge of the plain as distinct geographical points of reference.

The forest area of Borimechkovo is home to more than 110 plant species with national protection status. The municipality’s protected areas help conserve the landscape and protect, maintain, or restore characteristic habitats. They also offer opportunities for tourism.

Folklore and Customs

The folklore singing group of the “Otets Paisiy–1890” community cultural center (Narodno chitalishte) takes part in local, municipal, and regional celebrations, as well as folklore festivals. The custom “Dervishovden in Lesichovo” was nominated in 2014 for the national selection “Living Human Treasures – Bulgaria.”

On Sirni Zagovezni, the villages of the municipality celebrate the custom with Kukeri, Dzhumali, and Dervishes. As this is a seasonal tradition, check before traveling whether a celebration is scheduled during your stay. Music and customs offer a distinctive way to experience the municipality’s culture, alongside its landscapes and historic sites.

Archaeological Traces and Local History

West of Borimechkovo, on a raised terrace near a small stream, lies a Late Roman settlement covering approximately 4,400 square meters. A single-layer Late Roman settlement near Borimechkovo came to an abrupt end in a fire; coin finds place this no earlier than 347 AD. In the regional context of Late Roman Thrace, it is considered historically significant.

Traces of a possible Thracian sanctuary lie about 1.5 kilometers southeast of Pamidovo. Kalugerovo is also shaped by two historically important routes: a branch of the Trajan Road passed through the village. A medieval or Ottoman route ran along the Topolnitsa from the area of Pirdop toward the Pazardzhik Plain.

According to tradition, a small Christian monastic community was established in Kalugerovo during the first millennium AD. It developed into the Orthodox Monastery of “Sveti Nikola,” also known as “Sveti Nikolay.”

The Roman Bridge and the Eco Trail

In 2022, a project to create the “Roman Bridge” tourist trail in the area of the village of Lesichovo was agreed upon. A visitor description from 2024 recounts an eco trail to the bridge; access begins from Kalugerovo, heading toward the large bend near Lesichovo. The description mentions an information board at the start about cultural and historical landmarks in the municipality, signs farther up about Sredna Gora’s wildlife and vegetation, and tables and benches along the trail where visitors can rest.

In 2024, the Roman Bridge was described as almost completely preserved, with its arch then in excellent condition. Check the bridge’s current condition and trail access before visiting.

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