Golyam Bogdan

Golyam Bogdan is the highest point of the Sredna Gora, a mountain range in central Bulgaria that stretches across the landscape. The summit sits at about 1,600 meters (5,200 feet) and is surrounded by beech forests that dominate the slopes.

The mountain takes its name from Bogdan Voyvoda, a historical figure involved in resistance against foreign rule in the region. The area around it has been shaped by local struggles and changes across centuries.

The villages around the summit keep mountain traditions alive through daily practices and local celebrations that visitors can witness. These communities show how people continue to live and work with the landscape.

Several marked hiking trails lead to the summit from different starting points, with the southern route passing through old beech forests. Visitors should be prepared for mountainous terrain and variable weather conditions, especially at higher elevations.

Two rivers, Pyasachnik and Kriva Reka, begin their flow from the mountain's slopes in different directions. The protected wildlife sanctuary on the slopes is home to rare birds of prey, including Eastern Imperial Eagles.