The town of Dupnitsa is situated in the south-west part of Bulgaria. Its population is around 50 000 people. It’s the second biggest city in the region and has easy access to the capital Sofia which is 65 km. away in north direction. International road E79 and railway road for Greece pass through the town.
     The town is built in the foot of the north-west slopes of Rila mountain which is the 5th highest mountain in Europe and attracts thousands of tourist every year. It is one of the main points of departure for visiting the “Rila National Park” which gives perfect opportunities for hiking, climbing, bird-watching, rafting, snowboarding and many more. Special interest presents the famous area of “The 7 Rila Lakes” - a high energetic place and the small city of Separeva Banya where is the second hottest mineral spring in Europe - 103 ˚C.


     You can find additional information on:


     http://www.infobulgaria.info/index.php?lang=2&cat=197&itm=
     http://www.bg-tourism.com/eng/nature-object-info.php?id=215
     http://dichev.com/panorama/bulgaria/rila/the_seven_rila_lakes/