Get the best views from the Stob's pyramids

by Stanislava E.October 28, 201841 Comments

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A few weeks ago I visited the Stob’s pyramids, situated only an hour away from Sofia. I had no idea what they would look like and I was very curious. A friend of mine advised that I should visit them when the weather is sunny, and I was lucky that day as it was sunny and warm. The Stob’s pyramids are a landmark of a national importance. 




We arrived and took the eco-path that was leading to the pyramids. After 40min of walking, we were approaching and the sights were getting more and more beautiful and impressive. The surrounding nature was captivating. 


The Stob’s pyramids are sandstone formations situated at the foot of Rila mountain. They look quite odd and each one has a stone on top that looks like a hat. Of course, the sun, wind and rain constantly change their shape, and often some of them are replaced by new ones. 


There are 2 legends about the pyramids. The first one is about a boy and a girl who wanted to get married. The girl’s mother was against their marriage and she cursed all guests to turn into stones on the big day. The second legend says about a wedding again. The bride was so beautiful that the best man couldn’t help himself and he kissed her. Then all guests turned into stones. 


Stob’s pyramids are wonderful for a weekend getaway and I would love to return one day. Do you have something similar where you live?

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  1. Lilli28 October 2016 at 07:04

    Morning Sany! Nope, I dont think we have something similar here, they are so outstanding and breathtaking! Wish I visited them now, the 2 legends about them are very cool and interesting. You also look stunning Suny, seem a happy kid! Happy weekend! xo

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:10

      Oh, thank you Lilli. The Stob's pyramids are worth a visit, they are unique and the surrounding nature is breath-taking. Happy weekend to you too!

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  2. Beauty Box28 October 2016 at 08:45

    I'm sad to say there is absolutely nothing as beautiful as this where I live and I would love to visit here one day. The legends are so interesting as well and i think it's great when there are stories behing such landmarks :) x

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:12

      So, I assume you have to come and visit me soon. There is always at least one legend about a place in Bulgaria.:)

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    2. Beauty Box5 November 2016 at 08:23

      I might just take you up on that if you're not careful haha. It sounds like a wonderful place :) x

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  3. Anouk28 October 2016 at 10:00

    Wow, what a wonder of nature! Unfortunately there is nothing similar where I live. Thanks for sharing these pics.

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:13

      Yes, indeed a wonder of nature. There are also other Bulgarian places with sandstone pyramids, the Melnik pyramids for instance, and the well-known Belogradchik rocks. Thanks for your comment.

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  4. Meet My Lovely World28 October 2016 at 13:28

    What a lovely pics! REally beautiful place and nature! Happy weekend :)
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  5. Shireen L. Platt28 October 2016 at 19:59

    I have to say with each post that you write about the places that you visit, that are close to you, I have a strong urge to uproot and move to where you live as you are surrounded by such beauty. I love reading about the legends, yes they are usually just a bunch of folks' tales but very interesting nonetheless.

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:16

      This was such a nice comment, Shireen! You should come and visit me, and I'll show you the best of Bulgaria. Legends are not proven to be truth (that's why they are legends), but they are always so interesting to me.

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  6. Rosy Ferry29 October 2016 at 02:06

    I've never heard of this place before but I'd love to go, your pictures are stunning :)

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:17

      Glad to hear you liked this post and you'd pay a visit, if you had a chance! Thank you!

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  7. Helena Oops29 October 2016 at 04:06

    Hello Stanislava,
    what beautiful landscapes!
    and what beautiful pictures!
    Actually I like mountains even if sometimes I'm afraid of getting dizzy.
    Have a nice week end!
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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:19

      Hello, Helena! The landscape in this part of Bulgaria is very beautiful indeed. The Stob's pyramids are at the foot of the mountain, so going there would be no problem for you at all. Happy weekend!

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  8. FashionRadi29 October 2016 at 20:00

    Zdravei Sany!

    I've heard about these pyramids and now I know that I must for sure visit them someday. I love that they're surrounded by trees, nature and views that can take your breath away.

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    1. Stanislava E.30 October 2016 at 02:24

      Здравей, Ради. Oh, yes, you should definitely put the Stob's pyramids in your Bulgarian travel list! До скоро!:)

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  9. jeanne christine30 October 2016 at 02:44

    Wow, awesome views!

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  10. theonethattravels30 October 2016 at 11:33

    Love the photography...
    It seems like a really nice place to visit
    xx
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  11. crafty-zone1 November 2016 at 11:14

    Hi Sany! I totally agree with you that these pyramids are terrific and breathtaking, they're definitely wonder of nature, I'd love to have a chance to see them on my own eyes. What's more, you know me - I love to learn something new about places from over the world, so I enjoyed both legends, it's great that you mentioned about them. What's more, you was so lucky with the weather on the day of your trip to this place :)
    Have a lovely evening, dear!

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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 09:53

      I am sure you would have enjoyed them as much as I did, Ivonne! We had a big luck with the weather indeed. Thanks for your comment, dear friend!

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  12. - Shoppingholic1 November 2016 at 16:17

    There's nothing similar in my country, so I would definitely like to visit Stobs Pyramids someday. The view is obviously spectacular, those photos look wonderful *-*

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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 09:54

      Little did I know that we had something like this in my country too. Thank you for stopping by!

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  13. Nina Kobi1 November 2016 at 17:12

    These phots are absolutely beautiful.
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  14. sonia de macedo2 November 2016 at 01:30

    Can't say we do. Though we have rock formations along the coast line that is pretty famous. I've seen them a few times so I suppose the magic is lost to me, as comes with most points of interest in your backyard. At least the saying goes for me! I love these sandstone formations. They're so unique and you said ever changing? Going back to them after a few weeks will no doubt be a different experience. How amazing.

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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 09:57

      What is the name of that rock formation there? Yep, the Stob's pyramids are constantly changing. You're right, I guess they it would be different in a few weeks. Thanks for your comment, S!

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  15. Rowena @ rolala loves3 November 2016 at 08:33

    It certainly seems as if the trip to Stob’s pyramids was half the experience. The hike sounds like it was exhilarating and so were the views you encountered. I think local landmarks are worth visiting even when you're a local because you get to experience it in your own way. The 2 legends about the pyramids are so interesting. I love when there is a story behind a place. It somehow adds to the mysticism. And it seems as if you couldn't have picked a better day Sany :) We don't really have any landmarks like these in the city but I believe there might be some in upstate New York.

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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 10:03

      I couldn't have said it better! Actually I realized that there are many local landmarks to be explored, that's why I started traveling around Bulgaria more often. Yes, that day was perfect for traveling to the Stob's pyramids. Thank you for your thoughtful comment, Rowena!

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  16. Marlies3 November 2016 at 09:56

    It looks beautiful over there! Unfortunately I don't have something amazing as this close by

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  17. FASHION TALES3 November 2016 at 10:52

    These are breathtaking. I've seen glacier formations and such but not pyramid formations -- I'm sure these are just as incredible as one might imagine. Thanks for sharing, Stanislava. I hope your November is off to a great start. <3 /Madison
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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 10:04

      Wow, I wish I could see glacier formations! Thanks for your comment, Madison!

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  18. Tijana J. Dominguez4 November 2016 at 05:37

    You know, just the other day I saw a documentary about this place. I didn't see it from the beginning, but enough to recognize it in an instant. How cool! Bulgaria never stops surprising me! There is so much to see. You can already imagine that I would be more than happy to visit the pyramids. Sounds like a perfect getaway. Those stone formations are so special and they remind me a bit of Đavolja Varoš in Serbia. The weather was fantastic and I'm sure that it emade the whole experience even more special and pleasant. Wonderful!
    Have a great weekend! :)

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    1. Stanislava E.4 November 2016 at 10:07

      You saw a documentary about the Stob's pyramids? This is such a nice coincidence, isn't it? The pyramids are the perfect getaway indeed - interesting and close to Sofia. I need to check Đavolja Varoš - I bet it is a wonderful landmark! Thank you for comment, Tijana!

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  19. crafty-zone7 November 2016 at 12:43

    Have a lovely evening, my dear friend :)

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  20. Lubka Henry19 November 2016 at 03:47

    И аз не бях чувала за това място, но изглежда много интересно. Снимките ти са много готини!

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  21. Lux G.2 March 2017 at 17:38

    A stunning view indeed! Oh, what I'd give to see this place.

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  22. Laura Scott22 April 2017 at 14:09

    Beautiful views! I really do love absorbing stunning scenery that's for sure.

    Gorgeous post.

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  23. Floortje van Cooten28 April 2017 at 08:47

    This view looks amazing!

    Xx,

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