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It is 18° in Bansko now. light rain
It is 18° in Bansko now. light rain
Creative illustration of two mulled wine glasses on a snowy peak with a miniature scene of the Bansko ski resort, mountain lifts and a wooden sign.

The best cocktail bars in Bansko: Top locations
Infographic about foreign workers in Bansko, titled "How they save the tourist season". The picture is divided into four sections: Where they come from (map with countries such as Nepal, Indonesia, India, Philippines, Turkey, etc.), What positions they hold (maids, cooks, maintenance, spa therapists), Living conditions and integration (accommodation, interaction with locals, language learning) and Challenges and the future (Schengen phenomenon, bureaucracy, benefits such as stability and cultural diversity).

Foreign workers in Bansko: Who are they and how do they save the season?
A comprehensive infographic in iconographic style about the Mystery of the Stolovatets Tablets in Razlog, describing the Thracian sanctuary, the cult of the Sun, the three marble tablets, and the mythological scene with a two-headed snake and a Thracian god, protector of the chieftains.

The mystery of the Stolovatets slabs near Razlog
The ancient tower of the Holy Trinity Church in Bansko against the backdrop of the Pirin Mountains.

Saint Barbara in Eleshnitsa: The Secret of the Miraculous Spring
Interior of a modern apartment in Bansko with a view of Pirin Mountain

Bansko Properties: The Snow Is Melting, But Are Prices Falling? (Week 16)
Easter decoration and festive atmosphere in Bansko with colorful decorative elements and a spring composition.

Easter in Bansko: Traditions, customs and festive program
Detailed illustrative infographic for the puppet carnival "Starchevata" in the town of Razlog, describing the holiday on January 1, the specific costumes of the chausha, the expulsion of evil, the ritual procession through neighborhoods, tips for tourists and the proximity to Bansko (5-6 km).

Kukeri Carnival Starchevata in Razlog: Tradition and Magic
Illustrative infographic of the archaeological complex "The Written Church" in the Betolovoto area, Razlog. Includes sections on location (near Razlog and Pirin Golf), historical layers (basilica and medieval temple), the spiritual ensemble with three churches, archaeological finds such as ceramics and a bronze cross, origin of the name from frescoes and geometric ornaments, as well as ideas for weekend tourism in Pirin with the rule "Don't walk on the ruins".

The Written Church near Razlog: The Secrets of the Betolovoto Area
The longest inflatable water slide in Europe at Banderishka Polyana, Bansko in the summer.

Bansko Water Slide 2026: A Complete Guide to the Longest Inflatable Attraction in Europe
Detailed illustrated infographic in retro style for the rock bas-relief of St. George in the village of Bachevo. The centerpiece is a large-scale illustration of the bas-relief (St. George the Victorious on a Horse, Killing the Dragon), carved into a large rock, with the exact dimensions indicated: Rock composition (10m wide x 5m high) and Figure (3.30m wide x 3.80m high). Six information panels with icons and text are arranged around the central painting: Location: Map of Bachevo, indicating the distance from the entrance to the village (800m) and the church (150m north), under the 'Chetirite bora' area. Production (Summer 2017): Time (~2 months), tools used (Flex, Chisels, Hammers) and three-meter scaffolding. Protection and Amenities: Information about impregnation with special stone glue for protection from climatic conditions and installed lighting fixtures, visible at night. Plans and Opening: Guidance for upcoming placement of signage and official opening by the Municipality of Razlog. Accessibility and Spirituality: Icons for a path made for easy access and illumination of the site by a priest. The infographic is framed with decorative elements and has the title "INFOGRAPHIC: ROCK BAS-RELIEF OF SAINT GEORGE - BACHEVO" at the top.

Rock bas-relief of Saint George in Bachevo: Travel Guide for 2026
Infographic about the Seven Rila Lakes, visualizing the terraced layout of the lakes, logistics and transport from Bansko, the necessary tourist equipment, and the strict environmental rules in Rila National Park.

The Seven Rila Lakes: A Complete Guide to Hiking from Bansko
Illustrative infographic for the city of Sandanski, Bulgaria, divided into two main sections: the left section "Mineral Spa & Wellness" shows a stylized outdoor spa complex with pools and people relaxing, and the right section "Ancient Particopolis" presents Roman ruins with columns and mosaic. Details of a coin and a statue of Spartacus are included, with the Pirin Mountains in the background.

Ancient Partikopolis Sandanski: Roman excavations and mineral SPA relaxation