Murgash is a peak in

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, in the

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mountain range. The peak is located in the East part of Murgash massive, with an altitude of above sea level. The peak consists of

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sediment and has a dome-shaped structure with steep slopes. Out of the summit of the peak stream two rivers – Baltuiska reka and

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. The peak is an object of both international and national tourism. The Murgash touristic hut is located southwest of the peak with an altitude of 1490 meters. The Eleshnishki monastery is located near the west foot of the Murgash peak. In 1953, on Murgash peak a

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was built and is still active.

Views from the peak

East

East from Murgash peak lies a long horizon, which allows tourists to enjoy a pleasant sunrise.

South East

From the peak, when looking toward South East, the Rhodope Mountain range can be seen.

South

Toward the South,

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, and

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Mountain, along with Musala peak can be seen.

West

To the West, when the weather is clear you can see Serbian land and mountains.

References

{{reflist Balkan mountains Landforms of Sofia Province