The village Kostenets is an idyllic location in Bulgaria, which offers some quiet rest and relaxation. The village is 8kms from the town of Kostenets and is the picture of authentic Bulgarian village life. So much so that the most exciting thing to happen there is the weekly market that takes place every Saturday. At the market you can find anything from clothes, household goods, fruits and vegetables to an animal market where you will encounter piglets sold from the boot of a car or even baby ducks in a cardboard box.
The village is laid out in a circular form, so you will never get lost wherever you are. At the center lies a beautiful park with two cafes, where you can relax away your day sipping coffee and taking in the natural beauty around you. The local church and the war memorial are places of interest within the village, and trek up the hill will take you an outdoor mineral swimming pool.
If you would like to stretch your legs, there are hiking trails that lead into the surrounding Rila Mountains. You could also visit the Kostenets waterfall which is a perfect place for a picnic and is not far from the village. After spending the day there you can drive down the road to the Lake restaurant, ‘Ezeroto’ to try out some traditional Bulgarian cuisine. The woods surrounding the restaurant contain many wooden sculptures of animals, so do not worry if you suddenly come across a bear standing still on its hind legs!
So the next time you go to Bulgaria, take a visit to the Village Kostenets and spend a few days of your holiday in peace and relaxation.