Slivodolsko padalo, Mountain waterfall in Chervenata Stena Reserve, Bulgaria.
Slivodolsko Padalo is a waterfall about 50 meters tall located in the western Rhodope Mountains. The water drops in a sheer vertical line through dense forest terrain.
The waterfall lies within a protected reserve established to safeguard the region's natural environment. The area gained recognition as a biosphere reserve to shield its ecosystems.
Near the waterfall grows the Rhodopean Silivryak flower, a protected Balkan species that represents the natural heritage of the Rhodope Mountains.
The trail to the waterfall begins after a tunnel on the road between two towns and takes roughly one hour to walk. Visitors should expect river crossings along the way and wear sturdy footwear.
The area around the waterfall contains an exceptional variety of plant life found nowhere else nearby. Many species are officially listed for their conservation value and fragility.
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