Rock-phenomenon "The Lass", Shiroka luka

The rock phenomenon "Momata" ("The Lass") is situated in the western part of the Rhodopi mountain, about 1 km northwest of the village of Shiroka Laka. It was formed as a result of the erosion and the activity of the earth elements. The name of the rock origins from its shape -  a slender female figure holding a distaff in her hand.

There is an interesting legend about the stone. According it the stone is a beautiful lass called Kanya, who turned into stone determined to save her faith and dignity from the ravishing Ottomans.

Other sights, landmarks and places of interest when visit village of Shiroka luka >>

• Ethnographic Museum Exposition (category: Museum)
• Church Assumption of the Virgin Mary (category: Church)

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