God's Bridge, Natural stone arch in Lilyache, Bulgaria
God's Bridge is a limestone arch formation spanning across the Lilyashka Bara brook in western Bulgaria. The stone structure rises significantly above the water and extends well into the surrounding landscape.
The site received official monument status in 1964 as authorities recognized its geological value. Ancient Roman structures nearby indicate military activity in the region during classical times.
Local people call it Zhabokrek in Bulgarian, a name rooted in the natural sounds and animals of the place. The name reflects how the landscape and its inhabitants have shaped the way locals think about this spot.
You can reach the bridge from the Vratsa-Oryahovo road, from Lilyache village following marked paths, or by walking through fields between Lilyache and Chiren. Wear suitable shoes as the terrain can be uneven in places.
During dry summer months, frogs gather beneath the arch creating natural sounds that inspired the local name for this place. This seasonal gathering draws attention to the small creatures that depend on the water below the stone formation.
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