Brezen, Kardzhali Province Explained

Official Name:Brezen
Settlement Type:Village
Pushpin Map:Bulgaria
Pushpin Label Position:Location in Bulgaria
Subdivision Name: Bulgaria
Subdivision Type1:Province
Subdivision Name1:Kardzhali Province
Subdivision Type2:Municipality
Subdivision Name2:Ardino
Area Total Km2:7.21
Population As Of:2007
Population Total:243
Timezone:EET
Utc Offset:+2
Timezone Dst:EEST
Utc Offset Dst:+3
Coordinates:41.667°N 25.217°W

Brezen (Bulgarian: Брезен) is a village in Ardino Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern-central Bulgaria. It is located from Sofia.[1] It covers an area of 7.21 square kilometres and as of 2007 had a population of 243 people.[1]

Landmarks

Located 42 kilometers northeast of Brezen, Perperikon is an archaeological site featuring a large ancient sanctuary, various historical monuments, and remnants of a medieval fortress. It is recognized as one of the 100 National Tourist Sites.

About 30 kilometers southwest of Brezen, the Devil's Bridge crosses a scenic gorge over the Arda River. This structure dates back to the late Middle Ages.

Near Bashevo, roughly 13 kilometers northwest of Brezen, you can find the Krivus Fortress. This medieval fortification, constructed in the 10th century, was intended to safeguard the region around the Arda River within the eastern Rhodope Mountains.

Brezen itself is situated around 10 kilometers from Kardzhali Dam. The dam is a location where visitors engage in activities like yachting, surfing, and swimming. It is also a spot for fishing, with a range of fish such as brook trout, sturgeon, carp, amour, chub, and perch found there.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Brezen. Guide Bulgaria. 8 June 2012.
  2. Web site: USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT ALL CITIES, VILLAGES AND RESORTS IN BULGARIA . The village of Brezen . mirela.bg . 1 August 2024.