Velingrad
βThe Spa Capital of the Balkansβ β dozens of mineral springs, hotels with pools and Kleptuza, the karst lake in the town. More
Sandanski
The sunniest town, with a good climate for respiratory conditions and mineral springs. Plus Melnik nearby β for the evening tasting.
Hisarya
Mineral water, a Roman fortress with the imposing βCamelsβ gate, and a resort with a long history. Even the Romans came here to get better.
Others
- Kyustendil β with mineral baths from Roman times.
- Pavel Banya β in the Rose Valley.
- Devin β with its famous mineral water and Rhodope scenery.
- Sapareva Banya β a geyser with almost boiling water.
- Vurshets β a quiet resort in the Stara Planina.
- Banya Bashi in Sofia β not a bathhouse but a mosque, though mineral water flows beside it for everyone.
The Bulgarian tradition is to treat yourself with mineral water, rakia and a walk in the forest, in that order or any other. Medicine does not confirm everything, but does not categorically deny it either.