The new lift in Samokov was successfully tested

Information by Samokov municipal

The mayor of Samokov Mr. Angel Nikolov was the first to try the new equipment. The head of the executive company “Total” – Mr. Emil Nikolov also attended the event. The ride to the ridge and back went perfectly well, despite of the strong wind. The equipment was constructed at the end of the last year. Its total cost is 250 thousand BGN and it is 1100 metres long. It is part of the project for winter complex over the southern neighbourhood of Samokov – “Boricho”. A brand new electricity system was constructed to service the tourism centre. The vertical planning of the site is also completed – streets and a parking lot. Three slopes will be constructed in the site, each one over one kilometer long. Snow cannons for artificial snow are planned to be installed in the site for the new winter season 2007/ 2008. A panorama restaurant will be also constructed on the upper station of the lift. The site is exceptionally attractive, as the view from the top is incredible.
The construction of a winter centre in Samokov will give opportunity to many tourists and locals to practice winter sports on a better price. The complex is expected to be completed and to start operating by the beginning of the new winter season.
The idea for the construction of the tourism complex is not limited just for the winter season, as a toboggan gulley /summer bobsleigh/ and different attractions will be constructed, which will transform the centre into a all season resort, that can satisfy different tastes and needs.
The centre is situated in close vicinity to one of the most picturesque neighborhoods of Samokov and will transform the site into attractive spot for sport and recreation.