The Stob Pyramids, although overshadowed by the formations in Melnik, are some of the most remarkable and picturesque natural phenomena in Bulgaria. They are located 4 kilometers from the village of Stob, near the main road leading to the Rila Monastery. The formations have various shapes, and stand at heights from 6 to 12 meters. Some of the formations have tops resembling “crowns”. of stone, which gives them a strange shape resembling an umbrella or a mushroom. The beauty and importance of this site has been recognized since 1964, when it was included into the list of natural phenomena of national importance.
To fully enjoy this fabulous landscape, you can go for a walk along the manmade trail.