Bansko is a picturesque town in the southwest of Bulgaria, located at the foothills of Mount Pirin at an altitude of 925 meters.

In recent years, Mount Pirin enjoys increasing levels of popularity as a winter sport destination, as it hosts Bulgaria’s largest and most modern ski resort.

The exceptional, healthy climate with the long winters and cool summers, the quality of snow coverage and the beauty of the surrounding scenery also contribute in Bansko’s recent rise to fame.