Happy International Mountain Day!
11 December 2024

It is a matter of pride that the Central Balkan Biosphere Reserve was accepted as a member of the World Network of Mountain Biosphere Reserves this year.
More information about the network and Bulgarian participation in it: https://www.mountainbiosphere.org/en/members-experiences/central-balkan-bulgaria/
The core zone of the biosphere park, Central Balkan National Park, covers the highest central parts of the Balkan Mountains. The high mountain is a center of formation of new species, endemism, rare rock formations, and a unique landscape. In addition, the Balkan Mountains are a source of water resources, vital for the surrounding settlements, and some of the oldest and most preserved beech forests in Europe are located here. The mountain is a source of life, inspiration, and self-knowledge.
Let’s celebrate our beautiful mountains!
“Mountain solutions for a sustainable future – innovation, adaptation, youth and beyond” is the theme of this year’s International Mountain Day, which we celebrate on December 11.
This is a day to remember what a significant asset mountains are for our planet and to appreciate the abundance of mountain areas in our country.
We believe that through innovation and the active participation of young people in the care of nature, we can build a path to a more sustainable future for mountain areas and ecosystems.