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Kyustendil is situated in the western outskirts of the Osogovo Mountain. It is 90 km west of Sofia and 27 km from the the Bulgarian - Macedonian, Bulgarian - Serbian and Serbian - Macedonian borders. Kyustendil Lowland is extremely fertile and therefore Kustendil is called the “Fruit garden of Bulgaria”. The warm mineral springs are another natural wealth of the town which transforms it into a spa centre.
The fertile land and the warm mineral springs attract the Thracian tribes and the region was settled during the 5-4 century BC.During the 1st century, the Romans transform it into a well fortified town called Pautaliya.
The climate here is temperate-continental with Mediterranean influenceand lots of sunshine -around 2200 annual hours. The annualaverage air temperature is 10.6 oC. The summer is long and warm, and the winter is relatively short and mild with foehn wind and temperatures rarely falling below 0oC.
Typical for the medical SPA therapies in Kyustendil is the combination of healing mineral water with peat mud from the nearby peat deposit of Baykal village - the biggest one in Bulgaria. The peat from Baykal village is quite rich in bioactive substances and especially in humic acid which stimulates the immune system, has strong anti-microbial as well as anti-viral properties particularly against rhinoviruses.
Experts recommend Kyustendil medical SPA and health resort for prophylaxis, treatment and rehabilitation of:
- musculoskeletal diseases
- gynecological diseases
- andrological diseases
- peripheral nervous systemdiseases
- bile and liver diseases
- metabolic diseases
- skin problems
Vicinities: The lower slopes on the Osogovo mountain is situated in Hisarlaka park, which is incredible for relax and tourism among beautiful nature, fortress remains, hotels and many entertainment clubs.
The town itself is an entrance towards the beautiful and breathtaking Osogovo Mountain. 20 kilometers away from the town is the Tri Buki site, which offers 1 km long ski piste, serviced by a drag lift. 13 km in southeastern direction Nevestino village is situated. Nevestin most (bridge) build in 15 th century can be seen in the village. It is unique architectural achievement for its times.
39 km north of Kustendil is Zemen village, where Struma River created the marvelous Zemen canyon. The river has dug a beautiful rock creation, meanders and waterfalls, the highest of which is the Polish skakavishki waterfall- 50 meters high.
Wine & Dine: Kyustendil offers a well established resort base, as well as many hotels, which will correspond to all needs of the visitors. Numerous restaurants and night clubs offer entertainment and lively nightlife.
