Doupki-Djindjiritza Biosphere reserve, Biosphere reserve in Pirin region, Bulgaria
The reserve spans 2,873 hectares between altitudes of 1,200 and 2,907 meters, featuring Proterozoic marbles and karst formations across its terrain.
The Bulgarian government established this protected area in January 1934, leading to its recognition as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1977.
Local communities near the reserve maintain connections to nature through traditional agricultural methods and seasonal land management practices.
Visitors can access marked paths throughout the reserve, with the nearby town of Razlog serving as a base for accommodation and supplies.
The reserve contains thousand-year-old Macedonian and Bosnian pine trees, along with 500 species of vascular plants including European blueberry and edelweiss.
Inception: January 29, 1934
GPS coordinates: 42.02139,23.40806
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:37
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