The town of Madjarovo is situated in a beautiful area in the middle of the Eastern Rhodopes along the Arda River. The first settlers of this land came here 6,000 years ago. Later the region fell into the boundaries of the Odrysae Kingdom and was settled by the Thracians, that later made it into a cult settlement to the sun and the rocks. The quadrilateral shaped rock recesses and the stone tombs are relics of this time. Near the village of Doini Glavanak, a Thracian sanctuary has been found dating from the 8th - 7th century BC. It is a megalithic monument similar to the legendary Stonehenge. The sanctuary is the only one of its type in Bulgaria, and is interesting due to its age. Two Thracian tombs with unique architecture, dating back to the 3rd century BC have also been found near Madjarovo. In the Kardjali museum, you can find a model of a tomb found in Madjarovo.

   During the Middle Ages the defensive line of the boundary Byzantine region, Ahrida, passed through this territory. Strongholds were built on the hills, and the remnants of Okopa the largest and highest fortress, can still be seen. Within the fortress is a small church with wall paintings and marble ornaments, a cistern for water and rock recesses.

    On the territory of the municipality there are five protected areas. Most of them are rock complexes - habitats of protected kinds of birds of prey and plants. The protected areas near Madjarovo comprise the habitats of the last griffon vultures in Bulgaria. The protection of the colony of these griffon vultures is of great importance for preserving the species in Europe.

    Visit the Nature Information Conservation Centre "Eastern Rhodopes" where you will get information about the Biological diversity, the cultural monuments, the natural sights and the accommodation opportunities in the region of the Eastern Rhodopes. The Centre is a regional structure of the Bulgarian Society for Protection of Birds and is engaged in implementing many projects in connection with research and conservation activities. Their main focus is on preserving the last vultures in our country.

    The inclined slant of the banks of the Arda river creates favourable conditions for sunbathing, fishing and aquatic sports such as swimming, canoeing etc. Nearby hills and rocks are accessible due to marked routes and pathways.

     The museum exhibition in the town will acquaint you with local history and the varied ethnographic heritage. There you will see unique photographs from the beginning of the last century along with mining models and other exhibitions. The old village will attract you with the ancient beauty of the typical Eastern Rhodopian houses. The town is known for its traditional hospitality and delici