Where the fertile Thracian Valley descends along the Maritsa River towards the Aegean, Strandzha is the rocky and heavily forested Thracian coastline of the Black Sea. Nestled between the Balkan Mountains and the Strandzha Forests, the region is home to several ancient towns, Bulgaria’s best wine region, and some of the most unique ecosystems in Europe.
Rugged terrain and rich wildlife characterize the Strandzha region of Bulgaria. The area is located in the country’s southeastern part, bordering the Black Sea to the east and Turkey to the south. The landscape is dominated by the Strandzha Mountains, a hilly highland covered in dense forests of oak, beech, and chestnut trees. The rivers that flow through the region, such as the Veleka and the Rezovska, support the lush forests and the wide range of aquatic life, giving it an almost tropical feel. Despite its rugged terrain, the Strandzha region is home to a number of small villages and towns, many of which have a rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life.
