Stob Earth Pyramids, Rock formation in Kyustendil Province, Bulgaria
The Stob Earth Pyramids display tall columns of sandstone and clay reaching heights of 12 meters, crowned with protective stone caps at their peaks.
Natural erosion processes over thousands of years have carved these formations from sedimentary deposits, creating pyramid-shaped structures in the western Rila Mountains foothills.
The pyramids are featured in Bulgarian folk tales about a wedding party that turned to stone after a groom attempted to kiss his veiled bride.
The site requires a 20-minute uphill walk from the village of Stob, with an entrance fee of 2 BGN for adults and 1 BGN for students.
Each pyramid changes its shape continuously due to weather conditions, making the landscape different with every visit to this natural monument.
Location: Kyustendil
Location: Kocherinovo
Location: Stob
Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria
GPS coordinates: 42.09230,23.12112
Latest update: May 17, 2025 06:32
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