Thracian cult complex, village of Benkovski

City of stone or rock phenomenon - mushrooms is Thracian sanctuary with altars, located 12 km from Zlatograd road to the town of Kardzhali. It is assumed that the site was a Thracian religious capital. What exactly tribe inhabited the lands Zlatograd today is unclear, but whoever they were, their metropolitan and religious center was near Zlatograd in the hills near the present village Benkovski. Rock formations were deified in them every family has dug family altar - altar. Altars are hundreds and kidney-shaped, of different sizes.

 

Availability for visits: It is located 2 km from the village of Benkovski. Easily accessible, between the villages of Benkovski and Dobromirtsi. Visits are free. There is no available guide.

Transport accessibility: Easily accessible, between the villages of Benkovski and Dobromirtsi, trail.

Tourist infrastructure: There are hotels, restaurants, shops in the two villages.