Kos Кос | |
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| Country |  Bulgaria |
| Province | Kardzhali Province |
| Municipality | Momchilgrad |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
Kos is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. [1] In 2021 the population was reported as 78 residents, with 40 females and 38 males. [2]
In the neighboring village of Tatul, approximately 12 km (7.5 miles) north of Kos, the archaeological site known as Orpheus' Sanctuary is located in the Kaya Basha area. This sanctuary, which began construction in the late Bronze Age, is believed to have been a revered site dedicated to a deified Thracian king, Orpheus. The complex was significant both before and after the advent of Christianity. When Christianity was adopted in the Rhodope Mountains in the late 4th century, the site was repurposed into a secular estate. It remained in use until the 11th-12th centuries when it came under the ownership of the Palaiologos family.
A notable natural site is the Petrified Forest located in the neighboring village of Raven, within a deep valley locally known as Gabaz Dere. This protected natural landmark, approximately 30 million years old, features fossilized trees and attracts biologists, naturalists, and eco-tourists, particularly during the summer months.
Nearby, between the neighboring villages of Neofit Bozvelievo, situated 2 km (1.2 miles) to the northeast, and Lale, 3 km (1.9 miles) to the south, is a ritual complex consisting of 11 rock niches spread across two levels. Among these niches, two known as the acoustic niches have a unique feature: they produce an echo that returns in a distinct manner to the person standing in front of them. [3]
Dzhanka is a village in Krumovgrad municipality, Kardzhali Province in the very south of Bulgaria, located in the Eastern Rhodopes. The majority of its population consists of ethnic Turks.
Tatul is a village in Momchilgrad municipality, Kardzhali Province located in the Eastern Rhodopes in southern Bulgaria. It is lies at 319 m above sea level at 41°33′13″N25°32′28″E, 15 km east of Momchilgrad, and as of September 2005 has a population of 189 people. Most of the houses were built of well-cut stone blocks.
Balabanovo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 2021 there was a population of 135 people, an increase of 25 since 2011.
Bivolyane is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.Each September, the area hosts a major Alevi festival.
Chayka is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.
Chobanka is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.Each September, a large festival for the Alevi people takes place here, being the largest festival in the Rhodopes. In the summer, scientists and nature fans come to see these ancient trees.
Chukovo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. Chukovo has a population of 163 as of 2021, a -1.5% annual population change since 2011.
Devintsi is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 1021 the population was recorded to be 93 residents.
Djelepsko is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 2021, the village had a population of 190 people.
Gorsko Dyulevo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. The village has a population of 51 as of 2021.
Gruevo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 2021, the population stands at 591 residents, of which 303 are male, and 288 are female, with around 61% being from the age of 15 - 64 years old.
Konche is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 2021, the population stood at 184 residents with 94 males and 90 females.
Lale is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. As of 2021, the village reportedly had a population of 190 residents, 96 of which are male, and 94 of which are female.
Manchevo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. The last reported population of this village was just 1 person in 2013.
Nanovitsa is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.
Neofit Bozvelievo is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.
Pazartsi is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. Each September, a local fair known as Dag Bayrama takes place at the base of Stramni Rid Mountain. This event is a traditional gathering celebrated by the local community.
Postnik is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria. The village was recorded as having a population of 162 as of 2021, with 88 males and 74 females.
Sokolino is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.
Zvezdel is a village in Momchilgrad Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.
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