Belogradchik Rocks is probably the best known rock phenomenon in Bulgaria. The amazing natural formations can be observed near the town of Belogradchik. Cliffs are situated in an area of 30 km and have been divided into three groups. The central one is considered to be most interesting for observation.

Throughout time, weather conditions have shaped the rocks. Their red color comes from the availability of iron. Some cliffs are nearly 200 m high. People have named some of the rocks based on their shape. Tourists can explore Horseman, Madonna, School Girl, Adam and Eve and Cuckoo among many others.

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When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it. — Henry Ford

Save the Penguins. Don’t turn your back on them!

This is Johnny – an English setter, very playful; always full of joy and in mood to play around people. Though a gun dog by nature and current occupation, Johnny is easily frightened by unknown people. But once he gets to know his new surroundings he becomes very frisky and a true buddy.

The photos were taken with a Carl Zeiss Jena DDR 135/3.5 MC lens mounted on a Canon EOS 350D. As you can see the lens shows incredible sharpness and contrast even wide open. Although old, many users consider this lens as one of the best portrait lenses due to its combination of amazing sharpness and beautiful bokeh.