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Rayanovtsi is a village in West Bulgaria. It is in Dragoman municipality, Sofia region.
In Bulgaria there is another village with the same name in Belogradchik municipality, Vidin region.
The village is located 12 km northeast of the town of Dragoman, 54 km northwest of Sofia. There is regular bus transportation to the village.
Rayanovtsi is situated in mountain area and its altitude is from 700 to 900 m. The climate in the area is characterized by cold winter and hot summer. There little precipitation.
The permanent population is about 36 people. The nearest schools and medical centers are in Dragoman. The nearest hospital is in Sofia. The locals are mainly occupied in stock breeding.
The area that surrounds the village is famous because it is areal of rare and endangered birds and Rayanovski wet meadows is declared important place for the ornithologists.
In the area you could visit:
The Dragoman swamp - it is the only in Bulgaria karst swamp - bio reserve with rich variety of animals and plant species.
Temnata dupka cave is natural landmark in proximity to Berende izvor village.
Text:Mirela
Photos: Mirela, internet