Smolyan (Bulgarian: Смолян) is a town and ski resort in the far south of Bulgaria near the border with Greece. It is the administrative and industrial centre of the homonymous Smolyan Province. The town is situated in the valley of the Cherna ("Black") and the Byala ("White") Rivers in the central Rhodopes at the foot of the mountains' highest part south of the popular ski resorts Pamporovo and Chepelare. As of February 2011, it has a population of 30,283 inhabitants.

Is Smolyan in Bulgaria on your travel bucket list? This online travel guide is all you need to have before planning your trip. The nearest major city to Smolyan is Plovdiv. Plovdiv is bestowed with interesting set of attractions like Plovdiv Roman Theatre, Bachkovo Monastery, Ethnographic Museum. Also, to reach Smolyan, you'll have to take a flight to Plovdiv; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. A holiday in Smolyan can generally be of 1-2 days.

Yes,it is that simple really! Enjoy your trip! Keep travelling!