Homemade lunch in Yakoruda with baklava workshop
- Cooking lesson for baklava with walnuts and peanuts
- Homemade lunch with seasonal dishes and baklava (you can try traditional ones for Yakoruda: popara with beef and corn flour; trasnik - a pastry with several types of meat, sauerkraut and rice; "sui chushchi" - a feast of dried green beans; veal head with tripe and tongue, and others)
- Overnight stay
- Transportation
Yakoruda is a true paradise for culinary and natural adventures – where traditional local cuisine merges with the grandeur of the wild nature. Immerse yourself in the warmth of hospitality and the flavors that tell stories from the heart of the Rhodope Mountains. With the Narrow Gauge Railway that crosses this picturesque region, every journey becomes an unforgettable adventure, revealing the magic of the ancient Rhodope land.
Traditionally, early in the morning of Eid al-Adha, the city streets come alive in feverish preparation for the holiday. Women in colorful costumes prepare baklava. The thin crusts, syrup, and nuts they use combine to create a unique flavor that carries the spirit of the region. Baklava is a symbol of the festive moment when families and friends gather around the table. The aroma of freshly baked baklava wafts throughout the city, reminding everyone of the strength of community and the steadfastness of local customs, which are passed down and revived from generation to generation.