Polska skakavitsa, 50-meter waterfall in Kyustendil region, Bulgaria.
Polska Skakavitsa is a waterfall in the Kyustendil region that drops from a rocky cliff, forming multiple tiers as water rushes downward. The cascade flows over moss-covered rocks and creates a series of smaller drops before collecting in a natural pool below.
The Bulgarian government designated this site as a protected natural monument in 1968 to preserve its geological features. This protection status aimed to keep the surrounding area unchanged for future generations.
The waterfall influenced regional art, appearing in works by Bulgarian painter Vladimir Dimitrov who captured its natural elements on canvas.
The best time to visit is in spring and early summer when water flow is strongest. The route takes you through forest areas with natural paths, so sturdy shoes and time for walking are needed.
Several uncommon bird species nest together on the cliff faces in a concentration found nowhere else in Bulgaria. This gathering of birds makes the location a special observation point for those interested in wildlife.
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