Sonya Lazarova Kulincheva - mayoress of Bachevo
Born in Bachevo on 5.06.1964 ã.
e-mail: kmet_ba4evo@abv.bg
Welcome to Bachevo
- Local population: 1778
- Altitude: 920 m
- Climate: Central Mediterranean
- Located: 4 km North of the town of Razlog, the regional administrative center Bachevo is only 6 km from the famous ski råsort and from the new golf court in the Pirin's mountain's valley.
The village of Bachevo is situated at the foot of the Rila mountain, 4 km away from the town of Razlog and 6 km from Bansko, in the north-western part of the Razlojka valley. Its altitude is 920 m.
The village celebrates Saint Todor's day with special festivals since time immemorial. This celebration is also known as "Horse Easter", where a liturgy is officiated in the village square, horses are foddered and songs and sung. Then a traditional horse race known as "Peasant Kushia" is held in the area of "Vlasovitza".
6 km to the north of Bachevo is found the picturesque and well known site of Perivol, which name is Persian origin and means "beautiful view". In this breath taking site there are ruins from a Roman settlement from 1st century AD. From the high rock of "Gergyova skala" one gets a bird eye view of the whole valley (da ima snimka ot krysta). Legend has it that in the early days of Christianity Saint George lived in those places and protected the locals. Persecuted for his piety he raced through the forest coming right up on the edge of the precipice of the actual Paraclis of "Gergyova skala" and God send him a horse with wings to save him. Until this day hoof imprints believed to be those of St. George's horse, can be discerned on the rock.
On January 1st, New Years Day a traditional "Kukeri" celebration is taking place. Where young and old dress themselves in animal skins and chase the evil spirits. Folklore has always bee a part of the life and consciousness of the people of Bachevo.
The St. George Mineral Spring is located in the "Razdavetz" area in the forest and its baths of healing water has been declared a site with a high local significance.
On August 15th, an offering of good health and prosperity of the village is given in the old consecrated ground of "Tsrukvishteto", and on the Saturday before the fete young men get together in "Perivol", where they sing and dance. Folklore has always been a part of the life and consciousness of the people of Bachevo. The village boasts its own men's and women's folk choirs and dance troupes.
