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Cherna niva is a village in Southern Bulgaria. It is part of Chernoochene Municipality, Kardzhali region.
Cherna niva is located 12 km north-west of the village of Chernoochene, 27 km in the same diresction of Kardzhali, 41 km south-west of Haskovo and approximately 220 km south-east of the capital Sofia city.
The village spreads in the Eastern Rhodopes, at an altitude of about 580 m. The relief is mountainous and the climate characterizes with warm summer and cold winter. There is regular bus transport to the neighbouring villages.
Cherna niva's population is approximately 90 people.
The village's infrastructure is settled with partly asphalted and lighted streets. There are water and electricity supply systems. Cherna niva comprises a mosque and a grocery store. Primary school, community center, and one GP you will find in the village of Gabrovo /4 km in the north/. The nearest kindergarten and helath center are Chernoochene.
In close proximity of the village, near the village of Daskalovo /3 km in the east/ are situated two microdams -Daskalovo 1 Dam and Daskalovo 2 Dam which are suitable for fishing. Besides, anglers can tke advanatage of Pchelarovo Dam and Petelovo Dam, located close to the village of Pchelarovo /13 km in the east/.
In the village of Pchelarovo you can visit a few more sites:
In the village of Zhenda /16 km in the south-west/, in the Asar Kaya area you will find the remains of a Thracian fortress and sanctuary located on a high rock terrace with a magnificent view to the region.
Sources: Mirela, http://tourism.kardzhali.org, http://bg.guide-bulgaria.com
Photos: http://www.panoramio.com