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class=\"mtp-hero-bg\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-petal\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-petal\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-petal\"><\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mtp-hero-label\">When to Visit<\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mtp-hero-content\">\n    <div class=\"mtp-season-badge\">\ud83c\udf31 Spring Season<\/div>\n    <h1>Pirin<br><em>in Spring<\/em><\/h1>\n    <p class=\"mtp-hero-sub\">May\u2013June. Alpine meadows bloom in a kaleidoscope of colours, streams swell with melting snow, and trail crowds are non-existent. One of the most magical times to experience the mountain.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"mtp-hero-months\">\n      <span class=\"mtp-month-pill\">May<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mtp-month-pill\">June<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mtp-month-pill\">Early July<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mtp-scroll-hint\">\n    Scroll Down\n    <span>\u2193<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<nav class=\"mtp-seasons-bar\">\n  <a class=\"mtp-season-tab mtp-active\" href=\"#\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-tab-icon\">\ud83c\udf31<\/span>\n    Spring\n  <\/a>\n  <a class=\"mtp-season-tab\" href=\"#\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-tab-icon\">\u2600\ufe0f<\/span>\n    Summer\n  <\/a>\n  <a class=\"mtp-season-tab\" href=\"#\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-tab-icon\">\ud83c\udf42<\/span>\n    Autumn\n  <\/a>\n  <a class=\"mtp-season-tab\" href=\"#\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-tab-icon\">\u2744\ufe0f<\/span>\n    Winter\n  <\/a>\n<\/nav>\n\n<div class=\"mtp-intro-strip\">\n  <div class=\"mtp-stat-cell\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-num\">May\u2013June<\/span>\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-label\">Prime Spring Season<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-stat-cell\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-num\">1 300+<\/span>\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-label\">Flowering plant species<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-stat-cell\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-num\">~170<\/span>\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-label\">Glacial lakes brimming with snowmelt<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mtp-stat-cell\">\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-num\">\u2193 70%<\/span>\n    <span class=\"mtp-stat-label\">Fewer tourists vs summer<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<main class=\"mtp-page-wrap\">\n\n  <section>\n    <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">Overview<\/div>\n    <h2>Why Visit in <em>Hikes<\/em>?<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"mtp-lead\">Spring in Pirin is brief yet extraordinary. Snow melts from the high peaks, feeding roaring streams and lakes. Subalpine meadows burst into life with hundreds of plant species \u2014 many endemic to this region alone. Trailways remain peaceful, while nights are crisp and days crystal clear.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"mtp-split-block\">\n      <div>\n        <p class=\"mtp-prose\">May and June offer a rare luxury in Pirin: serene solitude amidst stunning scenery. Mountain huts have plenty of beds, parking areas are quiet, and you'll share the trails with only a few seasoned hikers. Weather can be unpredictable, however \u2014 sunny mornings often yield to afternoon thunderstorms, so early starts are essential.<\/p>\n        <p class=\"mtp-prose\">Late June to early July marks the shoulder transition \u2014 wildflowers reach peak bloom, high-altitude trails clear of snow, and increasing foot traffic signals the onset of summer.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-img-frame\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\n          src=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin.webp\"\n          alt=\"Flower meadow in Pirin spring\"\n width=\"1535\" class=\"smush-dimensions\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1535px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1535\/1024;\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin.webp 1535w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/proletni-minzuhari-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-287x190.webp 287w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1535px) 100vw, 1535px\" \/>\n        <div class=\"mtp-img-caption\">Blooming alpine meadows in Pirin, June<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-img-accent\">\ud83c\udf38<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"mtp-astro-box\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-astro-icon\">\ud83c\udf0d<\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-astro-content\">\n        <h3>Astronomical Spring vs Mountain Spring<\/h3>\n        <p>Astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere begins on <strong>the vernal equinox (20\u201321 March)<\/strong> and ends on the summer solstice (20\u201321 June). It is determined strictly by the Earth's orbit around the Sun.<\/p>\n        <p>In Pirin, however, nature follows its own timetable. At elevations of 1,800\u20132,000 metres, snow covers the meadows well into late April or mid-May. <strong>For hikers, \"Pirin Spring\" spans May and June,<\/strong>when the mountain truly reawakens with blooming meadows, rushing torrents, and clear hiking trails.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"mtp-astro-pills\">\n          <span class=\"mtp-astro-pill\">\ud83c\udf0d Astronomical Spring: 20 Mar \u2013 21 Jun<\/span>\n          <span class=\"mtp-astro-pill mtp-ours\">\ud83c\udf31 Pirin Spring: May \u2013 June<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">What to Expect<\/div>\n    <h2>Three Faces of <em>Pirin in Spring<\/em><\/h2>\n\n    <div class=\"mtp-cards-grid\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83d\udca7<\/span>\n        <h3>Rushing Streams &amp; High Lakes<\/h3>\n        <p>High-altitude snow above 2,000 m melts gradually through June. Glacial lakes like Tevno, Popovo, and Okoto are brimming, and stream crossings are part of almost every trek.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Lakes \u00b7 Streams \u00b7 Waterfalls<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83c\udf3c<\/span>\n        <h3>Vibrant Botanical Blooms<\/h3>\n        <p>Pirin poppies, Haller\u2019s anemones, columbines, and native violets blanket the meadows. A dream period for plant enthusiasts and nature photography.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Flora Endemics Photography<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83e\udd85<\/span>\n        <h3>Peak Bird Nesting Season<\/h3>\n        <p>May and June are peak nesting months for high-altitude bird species, including the white-backed woodpecker, golden eagle, and elusive wallcreeper. Please stick strictly to marked trails to avoid disturbing nests.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Birds \u00b7 Observation \u00b7 Ornithology<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83c\udf26\ufe0f<\/span>\n        <h3>Thrilling, Dynamic Weather<\/h3>\n        <p>Spring conditions change rapidly. Afternoon thunderstorms are common from mid-May. Set off before 7:00 AM on longer hikes and always carry waterproof gear.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Weather \u00b7 Planning \u00b7 Safety<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83d\ude0c<\/span>\n        <h3>Peace &amp; Uncrowded Huts<\/h3>\n        <p>Visitor numbers remain low. Mountain huts are open but rarely fully booked before mid-June, making last-minute stays much easier than in peak summer.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Tranquility \u00b7 Cabins \u00b7 Reservations<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-card\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-icon\">\ud83d\udcf8<\/span>\n        <h3>Prime Photographic Light<\/h3>\n        <p>Crisp morning light and low-hanging valley mists following rainstorms offer extraordinary conditions. Many mountain photographers rate June as the best month of the year.<\/p>\n        <span class=\"mtp-card-tag\">Photography Sunrise Landscape<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">Recommended Routes<\/div>\n    <h2>Top Spring <em>Hikes<\/em><\/h2>\n    <p class=\"mtp-lead\">Curated trails ideal for May and June. Check trail conditions with Bansko Forestry Office before setting out. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/for-bansko\/\" title=\"Bansko\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"6824\">Bansko<\/a> before leaving.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"mtp-routes-list\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-route-item\">\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-num\">01<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-info\">\n          <h4>Vihren Hut \u2192 Mt Vihren (2,914 m)<\/h4>\n          <p>The iconic summit climb. From mid-June, the snow along the North Ridge is usually passable without crampons; earlier in the season, winter mountaineering gear is essential.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-meta\">\n          5\u20136 hrs<br>\n          \u2191 1050 m<br>\n          <span class=\"mtp-diff mtp-diff-hard\">Hard<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-route-item\">\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-num\">02<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-info\">\n          <h4>Banderitsa Hut \u2192 Tevno Lake |<\/h4>\n          <p>Passes by the ancient Baikushev Pine (over 1,300 years old). In June, the trail is carpeted with mountain violets. Good fitness required.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-meta\">\n          5\u20136 hrs<br>\n          \u2191 850 m<br>\n          <span class=\"mtp-diff mtp-diff-mid\">Moderate<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-route-item\">\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-num\">03<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-info\">\n          <h4>Bezbog Hut \u2192 Lake Popovo<\/h4>\n          <p>Accessible via chairlift from Dobrinishte to Bezbog Hut. A scenic, family-friendly hike leading to Pirin's largest glacial lake.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-meta\">\n          2.5\u20133 hrs<br>\n          \u2191 150 m<br>\n          <span class=\"mtp-diff mtp-diff-easy\">Easy<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-route-item\">\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-num\">04<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-info\">\n          <h4>Predel Pass \u2192 Yavorov Hut \u2192 Todorova Meadow<\/h4>\n          <p>A long, panoramic ridge hike offering sweeping views of both sides of the range. In June, trailside meadows are densely carpeted in wildflowers. Best arranged with a vehicle transfer.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-meta\">\n          7\u20138 hrs<br>\n          \u2191 1100 m<br>\n          <span class=\"mtp-diff mtp-diff-mid\">Moderate<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-route-item\">\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-num\">05<\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-info\">\n          <h4>Bansko \u2192 Banderitsa Hut (Forest Trail)<\/h4>\n          <p>A 10 km walking route leading directly from Bansko town centre through lush beech forests up to the hut. In May, the canopy bursts into fresh green leaves. Great for families.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-route-meta\">\n          3 hrs<br>\n          \u2191 580 m<br>\n          <span class=\"mtp-diff mtp-diff-easy\">Easy<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">Local Flora<\/div>\n    <h2>Species <em>You Will Encounter<\/em><\/h2>\n    <p class=\"mtp-lead\">Home to over 1,300 higher plant species, many of them bloom in May and June.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"mtp-flora-grid\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83c\udf3a<\/span>\n        <h4>Pirin Poppy<\/h4>\n        <p>Papaver degenii \u2014 strictly endemic to Pirin<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83d\udc9c<\/span>\n        <h4>Haller\u2019s Anemone<\/h4>\n        <p>Pulsatilla halleri \u2014 one of the earliest spring blooms<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83c\udf3f<\/span>\n        <h4>Pirin Violet<\/h4>\n        <p>Viola perinensis \u2014 local endemic species<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83c\udf38<\/span>\n        <h4>Columbine<\/h4>\n        <p>Aquilegia \u2014 blooms on stony meadows<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\u2b50<\/span>\n        <h4>Alpine Clover<\/h4>\n        <p>Trifolium alpinum \u2014forms dense flowering carpets<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83c\udf3c<\/span>\n        <h4>Pirin Thyme<\/h4>\n        <p>Thymus perinicus \u2014 highly aromatic local endemic<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83c\udf40<\/span>\n        <h4>Bosnian Pine<\/h4>\n        <p>Pinus heldreichii \u2014 iconic symbol of Pirin<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"mtp-flora-item\">\n        <span class=\"mtp-emoji\">\ud83d\udfe1<\/span>\n        <h4>David's Mullein<\/h4>\n        <p>Verbascum davidoffii \u2014 tall alpine endemic<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <div class=\"mtp-split-block mtp-reverse\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-img-frame\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\n          src=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin.webp\"\n          alt=\"Popovo Lake, spring\"\n width=\"1697\" class=\"smush-dimensions\" style=\"--smush-image-width: 1697px; --smush-image-aspect-ratio: 1697\/927;\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin.webp 1697w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-300x164.webp 300w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-1024x559.webp 1024w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-768x420.webp 768w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-1536x839.webp 1536w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/vbansko.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/majska-panorama-kraj-ezero-v-pirin-360x198.webp 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1697px) 100vw, 1697px\" \/>\n        <div class=\"mtp-img-caption\">Popovo Lake at the end of May<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div>\n        <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">The lakes<\/div>\n        <h2>Spring <em>Glacial Lakes<\/em><\/h2>\n        <p class=\"mtp-prose\">About 170 glacial lakes are scattered throughout Pirin. In late May and early June, snow still frames many lake shores \u2014 creating a striking contrast between deep blue waters, white snowdrifts, and vivid green pastures.<\/p>\n        <p class=\"mtp-prose\">Popovoto Lake (2234 m) is one of the most accessible and beautiful. <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/tevno-lake-pirin-routes\/\" title=\"Tevno Ezero\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"6823\">Tevno Ezero<\/a> (2516 m) offers a wilder alpine setting. Bezbog Lake is an ideal option with a lift from Dobrinishte.<\/p>\n        <p class=\"mtp-prose\"><strong class=\"mtp-text-strong-deep\">\u26a0\ufe0f Caution:<\/strong> Lake margins can be extremely slippery due to melting snow patches. Mind your footing and stay clear of cliff edges.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <div class=\"mtp-tips-box\">\n    <div class=\"mtp-tips-header\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-section-label\">Practical Advice<\/div>\n      <h2>Tips for <em>a Spring Hike<\/em><\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83d\udd56<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Start Early<\/h4>\n        <p>Spring thunderstorms in Pirin usually occur after noon. Plan to be below 2,000 m by 2:00 PM to avoid afternoon lightning.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83e\udde5<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Layered Clothing<\/h4>\n        <p>Temperatures range from +18\u00b0C in the valleys to -2\u00b0C along the ridges. Packing a t-shirt, a fleece, and a waterproof jacket is essential.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83d\udc5f<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Sturdy Waterproof Boots<\/h4>\n        <p>Stream crossings require proper hiking boots, not trainers.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Download Offline Maps<\/h4>\n        <p>Mobile coverage is patchy; pre-load Maps.me or Wikiloc trails.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83d\udca7<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Hydration<\/h4>\n        <p>Streams are pure, but always carry at least 1.5 L of drinking water.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mtp-tip-item\">\n      <div class=\"mtp-tip-icon\">\ud83d\udcf5<\/div>\n      <div>\n        <h4>Share Your Itinerary<\/h4>\n        <p>Always inform your hotel or friends of your route and ETA.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/main>\n\n<section class=\"mtp-cta-section\">\n  <h2>Ready to Experience <em>Pirin in Spring?<\/em><\/h2>\n  <p>Find your ideal accommodation in Bansko for May or June and discover the mountain at its peak bloom.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"mtp-btn-row\">\n    <a class=\"mtp-btn mtp-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/are-you-looking-for-a-ski-vacation-or-mountain-vacation\/\">\ud83c\udfe0 Find Accommodation in Bansko<\/a>\n    <a class=\"mtp-btn mtp-btn-outline\" href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/pirin-national-park-2\/\">\u2190 Back to Pirin National Park<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<footer class=\"mtp-footer-mini\">\n  <span>\u00a9 vbansko.com \u00b7 Pirin National Park \u00b7 Spring<\/span>\n  <div style=\"display:flex; gap:20px;\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/pirin-national-park-2\/\">Pirin Park<\/a>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/top-highlights-in-pirin-route\/\">Recommended Routes<\/a>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/these-and-the-curtains-in-pirin\/\">Huts<\/a>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/\">Start Time<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/footer>\n\n<\/div><\/body>\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u041f\u0438\u0440\u0438\u043d \u041f\u0440\u0435\u0437 \u041f\u0440\u043e\u043b\u0435\u0442\u0442\u0430 \u2014 \u0412 \u0411\u0430\u043d\u0441\u043a\u043e \u0412 \u0411\u0430\u043d\u0441\u043a\u043e \u203a \u041d\u0430\u0446\u0438\u043e\u043d\u0430\u043b\u0435\u043d \u043f\u0430\u0440\u043a \u041f\u0438\u0440\u0438\u043d \u203a \u041f\u0438\u0440\u0438\u043d \u043f\u0440\u0435\u0437 \u041f\u0440\u043e\u043b\u0435\u0442\u0442\u0430 \u041a\u043e\u0433\u0430 \u0434\u0430 \u043f\u043e\u0441\u0435\u0442\u0438\u0442\u0435 \ud83c\udf31 &nbsp; \u041f\u0440\u043e\u043b\u0435\u0442\u0435\u043d \u0441\u0435\u0437\u043e\u043d \u041f\u0438\u0440\u0438\u043d\u043f\u0440\u0435\u0437 \u041f\u0440\u043e\u043b\u0435\u0442\u0442\u0430 \u041c\u0430\u0439\u2013\u044e\u043d\u0438. \u041f\u043e\u043b\u044f\u043d\u0438\u0442\u0435 \u0446\u044a\u0444\u0442\u044f\u0442 \u0432 \u0445\u0438\u043b\u044f\u0434\u0438 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":45303,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-45476","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/45476","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45476"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/45476\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":51443,"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/45476\/revisions\/51443"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/45303"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45476"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}