Lyaskovo: Protected Landscape and Attractions in Aytos

If you are considering Lyaskovo as a destination, you can make your choice based on two distinct highlights: the protected landscape in the area and the nature and cultural attractions in nearby Aytos. The surrounding area includes, among other things, a zoo, eco-trails, rock formations, and an architectural and ethnographic complex.

Lyaskovo: Protected Area and Local History

Lyaskovo lies within the Natura 2000 site BG0000151 Aitoska Planina. Protected habitats include dry grasslands, low thorny shrub communities, vegetation on rocky slopes, and oak forests. The different habitat types give the local landscape a distinctive character: open areas, rock vegetation, and woodland all form part of it.

Lyaskovo was formerly known as Aptarazak. Remains of an old quarry are also visible near the village. The former name and the visible quarry remains offer two distinct historical points of reference. As the condition of the remains may change, check before visiting.

Zoo and Park in the Aytos Area

Aytos Zoo is located in the northern part of Slaveeva Reka Park and covers 15 decares. It features 21 animal species, represented by approximately 220 animals. The zoo offers free educational talks about animal care upon prior request; confirm the details before your visit.

The park has two pedestrian entrances: one from Aytos and one from the reservoir side. As access may change due to maintenance work or restrictions, check the situation before your visit.

Three Brothers: Natural Landmark and Eco-Trails

The Three Brothers rock formation was declared a natural landmark by Order No. 1799 of June 30, 1972. On September 17, 2019, it was included as site 7A in Bulgaria’s 100 National Tourist Sites. Thus, the same destination is recognized both as a natural landmark and as part of the national series of tourist sites.

A red-marked eco-trail leads from Three Brothers to the bronze Eagle statue and onward to the Kazanite natural landmark. A second trail runs east from there via Aytos Koriya and Sudievo Spring to the village of Sudievo. The trails differ in their intermediate points and destinations: the first route passes the Eagle statue and continues to Kazanite, while the second goes via Aytos Koriya and the spring to Sudievo. Check the trail markings and conditions locally before setting out.

Crafts and Architecture in Aytos

The Genger architectural and ethnographic complex in nearby Aytos showcases local crafts and traditional architecture. Its workshops include pottery, copperwork, basketry, woodcarving, tailoring, and baking. These different activities give the complex a focus on crafts alongside its architectural features. The tavern serves traditional Bulgarian dishes and local wine.

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