Pchelin Bulgaria - Travel Guide, Tours, Hotels and Photos - Pictures of Bulgaria

The Pchelin rehabilitation complex is located in a picturesque mountainous area not far away from the city of Sofia. It lies 9km away from the well-known Kostenets spa resort, 30km away from the Borovets ski resort and just 70km away from the capital city, which make it an increasingly popular destination. The Pchelin spas nest in the woods of the Ihtimanska Sredna Gora, surrounded by a gorgeous wreath of oak and pine trees.

The popularity of the Pchelin mineral springs dates back to ancient times. According to legends, soldiers of the Bulgarian King Samouil, as well as Bulgarian rioters during the Ottoman rule later on (so-called “haiduti”) used to come here to have their wounds healed. Moreover, local people tell stories of childless women who gave birth to long-cherished children after taking a bath in the mineral waters of Pchelin.