Archaeological
works have unearthed a 2nd century B.C. burial site containing a set of bronze surgical instruments, remains of medicinal
preparations etc. in the centuries-old Dobrokyovitsa locality (west of Bansko).
South of Bansko is situated the National Park Pirin
included in the UNESCO list for cultural and natural sightseeing. The park is rich with it's lakes, waterfalls, caves, vunerable
trees and historical sites.