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The health resorts are situated in some of the most picturesque places of Bulgaria where the balneotherapy treatment is in combination with climate treatment and physical therapy.
The best known ones are Sandanski- beneficial to the treatment of bronchial asthma, Hisarya - known for the successful treatment of urological and liver diseases, Velingrad- for non-specific conditions of the respiratory tract, disturbances of the locomotory system, neurological disorders, gynaecological complaints, mild forms of diabetes, obesity, and Kjustendil - for conditions of the bones, joints and tendons, disorders of the nervous system, cardiovascular diseases, disturbances of the reproductive system and sterility.
At Holidays in Bulgaria we can arrange transfers to and from the spa resort, your accommodation there at small family hotels or guest houses and initial examination with a specialist in order to advise you how to obtain maximum benefit form the water in your individual case.
Momin Prohod
Narechen
Pavel Banya
Pomorie Spa Resort
Sandanski
Stara Zagora Mineral Baths
Varshetz
Velingrad
Voneshta Voda
Bankya
Bankya is well known health resort. It is situated in the beautiful valley on
the slopes of the Ljulin mountain, 17 km far from Sofia.
Bankya balneotherapy resort, near Sofia is a resort of international importance.
During the archaeological excavations in the region many years ago remains of
churches, ceramics and coins dating from the Roman times have been found.
Bankya developed as resort for rehabilitation of cardio-vascular conditions with
highly specialized functional diagnostics ( many for post-infraction conditions
and heart operations, arterial hypertonic). It is suitable for treatments of cardio-vascular
diseases, nervous system disturbances, metabolic disturbances.
An operating complex for recuperation, prophylactics and fitness of rheumatism
of children was found. The specialists are satisfied with the established durable
positive results and favourable curative effect of the treatments of cerebral
palsy of children, neurosis, thyreotoxicosis of adults, etc. Good effect is achieved
on functional disease of the nervous system.
Annually over 140 000 natives and foreigners visit Bankya. There is a specialized
clinic for cardiovascular diseases affiliated to the Medical Academy- Sofia. Successfully
are applied pre- and post- operative rehabilitation of children suffering from
congenital heart diseases.
The balneotherapy building is one of the most impressive buildings in the resort.
This is due to its unique architecture and partly to the modern medical equipment
of the dozens of diagnostic and remedial cabinets, serving thousands of people
every day.
Most attractive is the remedial basin. The first physic-prophylactic ground in
the country is here. Specialised physicians and methodologists in curative physical
training help dozens of ill people to revive their shaken health.
Devin
Devin is a renowned spa and holiday resort. It is situated amid scenic hills
in the heart of the Rhodopes at an altitude of 710 - 780 m. In early antiquity
the place was inhabited by the Thracian tribe of the Bessi, and later by the Romans.
Devin has several mineral water springs with a temperature between 37 and 44C.
The water is clear, colourless, palatable, odourless, hyper- and homeo-thermal,
mildly mineralized, and contains hydro carbonates of sodium and small quantities
of fluorine. It has a strong alkaline reaction (pH 9.4). The total usable flow
is 1,800 l/min. The curative properties of Devin's mineral waters are due to their
considerable mineralization, the relatively high content of meta silica acid and
fluorine, mild acidity and high temperature.
The climate of the spa is transitionally continental, considerably tempered by
the Southern influence. The average annual temperature is 10.5C. The winter is
mild; the summer, warm and fresh thanks to the local mountain breezes. The autumn
is warm and long. The average January temperature is -1.5C. The average annual
duration of sunshine is about 1,100 hours. Devin has a new modern hydrotherapy
clinic with a resort polyclinic and a pool; juniper, carbonic acid and oxygen
baths; facilities for hydrotherapy, modern light and electrotherapy, diagnosis,
remedial gymnastics and massage rooms.
Devin is suitable for the spa and climatic treatment of a wide range of diseases:
• of the locomotor system
• cardiovascular diseases
• nervous disorders.
The internationally famous year-round resort Pamporovo is situated 35 km away
from Devin.
Golden Sands Spa
The resort Golden Sands lies 17 km north of the city of Varna. The 35 km long
and up to 100 m wide beach strip, covered with fine golden sand, is perfect for
sun and air baths and sand cures. The large nearby forests afford pleasant coolness
and improve the air's oxygen content.
The climate is a typical sea climate with elements of continental influence.
Summers are pleasantly warm, average July temperatures not exceeding 22°C. Winter
is mild with an average January temperature of 1.4°C, The resort's mineral waters
are naturally thermal and slightly mineralized: hydro carbonic-sodium-calcium-magnesium
and hydro carbonic-sodium in composition. Sunbathing and sand cures, the sea water
abounding salts and microelements, the mineral waters and curative mud with a
high content of sulphates, carbonates and biologically active substances are conductive
to the treatment of a number of elements of our modern times.
The resort's natural factors are fully utilised in the Ambassador Centre. Successfully
treated here are:
• Disturbances of the locomotor system;
• Disorders of the peripheral nervous system;
• Functional disorders of the nervous system;
• Gynaecological inflammatory diseases;
• Non-specific chronic conditions of the respiratory system
Hissarya
The health resort of Hissarya is situated in the centre of Bulgaria, in the Southern
folds of Sredna Gora Mountain, 42 km north of Plovdiv (the second biggest town
in the country) and 160 km east of Sofia (the capital of Bulgaria)
Natural features: Curative mineral water. There are 22 mineral springs with a
total debit of 4000 lmin. and a temperature of 37-52 C. The mineral water is light,
clear, colourless, flavourless and tasty. It is slightly mineralized, hypo- and
hyper-thermal, with a predominance of hydro carbonic, sodium, sulphate and fluorine
ions, as well as substantial amounts of radio radioactive gas. The radioactive
emanation is 10-165 Em, pH - 7,6 - 9,02 and over 20 microelements. Acid content
- 200 - 270 mgl.
Climate: The climate is moderate continental with mild and warm winter. The average
annual snow cover is 12 days. Spring comes early, summer is temperately hot with
an average month temperature of 22 C. Autumn is warm and long-lasting. Cloud coverage
is low. The average annual humidity is moderate (70 %). Foggy weather is an exception.
The wettest months are June and November.
The maximum air humidity is 65-70 %.
Sunny days - 280 per year.
The town is ecologically clear. There are no industrial plants or factories in
the region. It is rich in parks and green areas.
Kjustendil
Built on the site of the ancient town of Pautalia, is one of the most famous
Bulgarian resorts. It lies at the foot of Ossogovo Mountain at an altitude of
510-530 m. Thanks to the lush vegetation of the surrounding landscape and the
beautiful gardens of its neat lovely houses, the town is refreshingly green and
inviting.
The climate is traditionally continental with Mediterranean influence. The mild
weather is largely due to the beneficial effect of the mountains which surround
the plain from the north, east and west. The average annual temperature is 11C;
and the average July temperature, 21.6C. The annual duration of sunshine is 2,200
hours on the average , and the relative air humidity, 68 per cent.
The mineral waters of the numerous fountains (natural springs and wells) have
an almost uniform chemical composition, temperature and sulphide content (71-73C;
9.4-11.3 mg oxidable sulphur compounds estimated in terms of hydrogen sulphide).
The waters are clear , colourless, with a pleasant taste and a slight smell of
hydrogen sulphide. They are mildly mineralised, hyper thermal and contain sulphides,
silicon (83 to 104 mg of meta silica acid), fluorine (7.6-8.9 mg per litre) and
sulphates of sodium with a strong alkaline reaction (pH 9.13-9.80). The total
flow is about 2,400 l/min. Their curative and preventive properties are mainly
due to the sulphides , the high meta silica acid content, the high temperature,
the hypotonic effect, the mild mineralization and the relatively high fluorine
content.
The curative properties of Kjustendil's mineral waters have been known since
ancient times. Another important curative agent, used for the systematic treatment
of a wide range of diseases, is the peat mined near the village of Baikal which
is reach in humus acids and organic substances. It is used in peat baths, for
general and partial applications, vaginal and rectal electrophoresis, etc. The
favourite climate, the curative peat from Baikal, the mineral waters and the possibilities
of specific fruit-diet therapy attract many Bulgarian and foreign visitors to
Kjustendil.
Momin Prohod
The water of Momin Prohod is second to that of the Narechenski Bani spa in its
radioactivity. Its fame Momin Prohod owes to the achievements of the local specialists
in the healing of diseases of the respiratory, the cardiovascular, the nervous
and the digestive systems, of metabolic and different kinds of allergic conditions.
Specialists have provided the favourable influence of the rich in radon mineral
waters on diseases of the cardiovascular system. What is more, some ten years
ago, they developed and presently successfully apply a methodology for the treatment
of pulmonary diseases and hypertonic, including a complex of taking mineral bath,
inhalation and negative ionization in rooms specially equipped for that purpose.
For years on end treatment of post poliomyelitis conditions of children is practised
here.
The treatment with rich in radon mineral waters accelerates the reparative and
regenerative processes and influences the antiseptic processes and conditions
of aggravation of the peripheral nervous system. The rich in radon mineral water
of Momin Prohod is successfully applied for the treatment of skin diseases, light
forms of diabetes, obesity and joint disturbance. Some recent investigations proved
the prognosis of the scientists about the favourable influence of the water on
the immune reactivity of human organism and its strengthened resistance to ray
injuries.
Narechen
Narechenski Bani is a leading Bulgarian balneotherapy resort situated 42 km South-West
of Plovdiv, Republic of Bulgaria. The unique hypothermal mineral water together
with the mild climate and increased air ionization cure nervous disorders, diabetes
and cardio vascular illness! In 1996 here was built first Bulgarian National centre
under aegis of Eli Lilly for curing of diabetes .
Whatever you want , you'll find it here - sauna , Jacuzzi , acupuncture sporting
facilities and shops!
Pavel Banya
Suitable for treatment of:
• injuries of the locomotory system
• injuries of the inter vertebral disc
• injuries of the spinal cord with heavy paralysis
The Health Resort in Pavel Banya has a solid reputation as one of the leading
facilities in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients with orthopedic-traumatological
injuries of the locomotory system and disease of the peripheral and central nervous
system. Nearly 50-60% of the patients here are with injuries of the inter vertebral
disc, and it is with them that the highest effectiveness is achieved from rehabilitation.
The basic treatment procedure with the disc disease is the underwater extension
by the method of Getchev. The most serious injuries of the spinal cord with heavy
paralyses also undergo a significant improvement.
Possibilities are created for the application of over 50 types of procedures
- apparatus physiotherapy, remedial physiotherapy, mechanical - and labour therapy,
reflexology and other a (acupuncture, acupressure, laser therapy, etc.)
Pomorie Spa Resort
The curative lye consists of sedimentary firth mud which is finely structured,
pliable and only, with an odour of hydrogen sulphide. In its liquid phase it contains
sulphates, magnesium, bromine, iodine, humus acids, hormone-like substances, vitamins,
amino acids and meta silica acid. Curative lye preparation are also used in the
form of mud pastes, mud extracts for ointments and electrophoresis. The sea lye,
which contains a host of curative ions such as magnesium, bromine, iodine and
sulphate ones, and is used for dressings and electrophoresis, is of great therapeutic
value.
The favourable sea climate with plenty of sunshine, the wide beach strip, the
relatively high average annual temperature (13°C), the sea and, above all, the
unique Pomorie curative lye, have made Pomorie a much frequent and popular resort
for treatment, prophylactic and recreation throughout the year.
Main indications for year-round treatment:
• Disturbances of he locomotory system - arthritic and rheumatic complaints,
arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic states, gout diseases of the muscles
and tendons, etc.
• Gynaecological diseases - chronic adnexitis, parameterises, sterility in women,
etc.
• Disturbances of the male reproductive system - chronic prostates, operative
infiltration, sterility.
• Neurological disorders: neuritis, plexuses, slipped disc, radicalisms, etc.
• Skin diseases - psoriasis vulgaris, eczemas, neuron dermatitis, Buerger's and
Raynaud's disease.
St. Constantine and Elena
One of the best Black Sea resorts in Bulgaria. The resort is some 10 km away
from Varna - the sea capital, and is a wonderful combination of sea, age-old forests
and mineral water.
The first Bulgarian seaside resort St. Constantine has an ancient history, exotic
character and modernity all in the midst of natural park with a broken coastline,
small bays and scattered cliffs - a paradise for anglers and divers. The resort
is named after the local monastery that was build no one known when. The Kalugersko
Shushukane wine is said to have been made there. A small church halfway under
the ground with regular services is the only surviving structure. This was favourite
recreational place for the people of Varna since late 18th century; the richer
ones had rooms reserved for them in the monastery; others built summer houses
amidst the woods. The first holiday house that was visited by Czech, Poles and
Germans was built in 1908.
Comfortable quiet hotels, villa settlements and holiday houses are sheltered
in the shade of this magic place, which is dominated by the Grand Hotel Varna,
the king of the seaside hotels, with some of the best hydrotherapy facilities,
its own field stadium and excellent opportunities for sport.
Today there exists many reasons to visit this resort; the specific microclimate
with a high concentration of soothing light-weight negative ions; the perfect
harmony of the sea breeze at an altitude of 25 meters, cool, bracing air, the
scent of century old fig, cypress and lime trees, and the abundance of mineral
springs. The winter comes but what of it – the sea is charming even during this
season.
Sandanski
Internationally known climate therapy and health resort. It is situated in the
valley of the Sandanska Bistritza river, at the foot of the South-Western slops
of Pirin.
Without exaggeration the climate of Sandanski can be described as unique. Throughout
the year, air temperatures are higher than anywhere else in the country. The average
annual temperature (14.7C) is the highest in Bulgaria. The winter is mild and
short, and the autumn - long and warm. The relative air humidity is low (66 per
cent), and the annual duration of sunshine is no less than 2,436 hours. Sandanski
has the lowest annual rainfall in Bulgaria (127 litres per square metre) and almost
no foggy days. The air is remarkably clean and pollution free.
Apart from its natural beauty, lush vegetation and remarkably wholesome climate,
the resort also features a multitude of mineral springs. The wells and natural
springs situated in two thermal zones have a total flow of 1,500 l/min. The mineral
waters have a nearly uniform chemical composition but contain varying quantities
of meta silica acid and fluorine. The waters are clear, colourless, odourless
with a pleasant taste: silica (containing 71 to 135 mg of meta silica acid per
litre), slightly fluoric (3.2 to 6.5 mg of fluorine per litre), hyper thermal
(42 to 81C), slightly mineralized, containing sodium hydro carbonates and sulphates,
with a pH value ranging from neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 7.2 to 8).
This remarkable combination of balmy, health-giving weather and curative mineral
waters makes Sandanski the perfect place for modern science-based climotherapy,
spa treatment, rehabilitation, primary and secondary prophylactics and recreation.
Specialised in the treatment of upper respiratory tract and lung diseases of
non-tuberculosis type and of inflammation degenerative diseases of the joints.
Sapareva Banya prides itself in its cool mountain water and its healing geothermal mineral waters. The mineral water is largely sulphuric with significant levels of iron, calcium and manganese. It is the hottest mineral water in the Balkans and produces the only active geyser here as well. The geyser and its surrounding park were developed in 1957 and have been tapped as a geothermal heating source for the municipal buildings and the greenhouses.
The geyser in Sapareva Banya is one of the hottest in the world(105 deg Celsius). It is the hottest in Continental Europe - hotter than the Italian Sophioni (100 deg Celsius). Also it is the most temperamental in the world: it erupts at interval of 5-6 sec and is the easiest to approach (see the picture below).
Stara Zagora Mineral Baths
Near the (in the vicinity) town there are the Stara Zagora Mineral Baths - a
spa resort, covered with oak, hazel bush and planted pine forests. The warm water
spring gives the opportunity for conducting healing and rehabilitation curative
activity.
The beautiful nature, interesting objects, the comfortable position and the quick
and diverse communications make the town of Stara Zagora an attractive place for
many tourists
The rich cultural traditions and the spirit of the contemporary creators maintain
an artistic atmosphere, which has always gone together with this town as old as
its name.
Varshetz
Varshetz is situated in the northern foothills of the western part of the Balkan
Range. One of the oldest and most popular resorts in Northern Bulgaria, it is
famous for its curative mineral springs, mild mountain climate, beautiful scenery
and a large well-kept park. The resort lies at an altitude of 304 m. The transitionally
climate is largely due to the vicinity of the mountain. The average annual temperature
is above 10 C. The average January temperature is -2C; and the average July temperature,
21.4C. The autumn is warm and long. Spring sets in about the middle of March.
The winter is cold, and the summer pleasantly warm. The annual duration of sunshine
is about 2,000 hours. The snow cover lasts 60 days.
The mineral water of the natural springs and wells is clear, colourless, odourless
and palatable. It is isothermal (32-38), alkaline, mildly mineralized and contains
hydro carbonates and sulphates of sodium with a total flow of 1,200 l/min. The
hypotonic properties of the water, the low fluorine content, its softness and
almost uniform temperature determine its curative properties.
The mineral water of Varshetz contains number of trace elements such as iron,
lithium, barium, aluminium, strontium, phosphates, manganese, arsenic, etc. It
is suitable for external use, as well as for inhalations, irrigations and drinking.
It applies for treatment of functional diseases of the central nervous system,
cardiovascular diseases; various diseases of the cardiac muscle and valves; chronic
cardiac insufficiency; post-infraction conditions; endocrine and metabolic diseases.
Good results have also been achieved in the treatment of some diseases of the
peripheral nervous system, the locomotor system and some gastrointestinal diseases.
Velingrad
Velingrad is the most beautiful and most famous among the Bulgarian balneotherapy
resorts. It lies at the western end of Chepino Valley, one of the most attractive
part of the Rodopah Mountains in Southern Bulgaria. There are 70 sources of mineral
water with curative and preventive properties.
The mineral waters (from springs and wells) vary considerably in temperature,
mineralization, radon, silica acid and fluorine content, and are suitable for
treatment of a wide range of diseases. 9000 litres of water per minute spring
from the five thermal and mineral deposits in Ladjene, Kamenitza, Chepino, Rakitovo
and Kostadinovo. Velingrad is situated at 750-850 m above sea level. Summer is
warm, winter is mild. The average annual temperature is 10C; and the average July
temperature is 19C. The annual duration of sunshine is about 2,000 hours. The
relative air humidity ranges from 65 to 75 per cent. Surrounded by age-old pine
tree woods, the town enjoys abundant sunshine. This exclusively rare and valuable
combination has a beneficial influence on the process of ionization (negative
ions are prevailing) and are of definite therapeutic importance.
In the resort successfully are treated pulmonary cases: pulmonary emphysema,
chronic bronchitis, post bronchial pneumonia, etc. The treatment of non-specific
diseases of the respiratory tract is particularly successful. Considerable experience
has been accumulated in the efficient treatment of diseases of the locomotive
system, nervous diseases and gynaecological disorders.
Together with the numerous mineral waters Velingrad takes pride in another natural
phenomenon as well - the Kleptuza. This is the biggest Karst spring in Bulgaria
with debit of 1200 litres of ice-cold water per second
Voneshta Voda
The balneotherapy centre Voneshta Voda is located at the foot of the Balkans,
30 km from the picturesque city Veliko Tarnovo, 580 m above sea level.
The village of Voneshta Voda has a large supply of mineral water, with opportunities
for use in medical treatment.
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