The Boyana Waterfall is considered the most beautiful and largest waterfall in Vitosha Mountain. The only sound that may interrupt the unique silence and true serenity of the breathtaking scenery is the one of the splashing waters, falling gracefully from 15 m.
There is hardly a mountaineer from Sofia who has missed visiting this beautiful and popular spot in the Vitosha Mountain. Being one of most important natural landmarks in Sofia, the Boyana waterfall deserves our attention.
The path has enough signs and guidelines on the way so that you don’t get lost. There is a steep area where you should be cautious of the river’s slippery boulders but once this is over, you will realize that the sight was worth the efforts. One thing is sure, having been touched by the magic of the Boyana waterfall you will remember the experience forever.
THE VIEW AT THE TOP IS ALWAYS WORTH THE CLIMB!
ANIMALS THAT CAN BE ENCOUNTERED - FIRE SALAMANDER
The fire salamander (Salamandra salamandra) is a common species of salamander found in Europe.
It is black with yellow spots or stripes to a varying degree; some specimens can be nearly completely black while on others the yellow is dominant. Shades of red and orange may sometimes appear, either replacing or mixing with the yellow according to subspecies. This bright coloration is highly conspicuous and acts to deter predators by honest signalling of its toxicity (aposematism).
Aposematism is the advertising by an animal to potential predators that it is not worth attacking or eating.
Caterina Cioffi, intern@ICDET