Kanits is a village in northwestern Bulgaria. Located in Boynitsa municipality, Vidin region.

It is located about 23 km northeast of the village of Boynitsa, 30 km west of city of Vidin and approximately 225 km north-west of Sofia city.

The village is named after a Hungarian traveler and explorer Felix Kanitz that explored these lands in the late 19th century. By 1934g its name was Funden.

The terrain is hilly with an average altitude of 231 meters. The climate is temperate continental with cold winters and hot summers.

The village has electricity and water supply.

Kanits population numbers about 10 people.

There are primary school, kindergarten, doctor and dentist in the neighboring village of Boynitsa. Special assistance can be obtained in the medical centers of Vidin city.

Landmarks and tourism:

The village looks like amphitheater. Below the hill on which it is located, has a large cave, at the foot of it are located fountains and springs.

Boinishka river passes near the village.

In the area you can also visit:

• The remains of the Roman fortress "Petsino kale", the church of "Holy Trinity" and the monument of Puyo voyvoda /leader/ in Boynitsa village;
• The remains of the fortress "Castra Martis", located in the center of Kula town /about 24 km southeast/. On the outskirts of the city is the eponymous lake, which offers good opportunities for fishing and water sports.
• The fortress "Baba Vida", the Turkish town hall "Koluka", turned into a museum, the Mosque and library of Osman Pazvantoglu and many other cultural and architectural monuments, which the city of Vidin is famous for.

Sources: http://bg.guide-bulgaria.com, Mirela

Photos:: http://www.vidin-online.com.