Madara Rider
Shumen, Bulgaria UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Madara Rider is a UNESCO World Heritage site located within the Madara Archeological Preserve in Shumen, Bulgaria. This rock relief, which dates to the 8th century, is also part of the 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria and the Shumen History museum collection. It stands as one of the most looked-up sights in Bulgaria.
Planning a visit
May through September offer the most suitable weather for a visit. During the summer months of June, July, and August, daily highs range from 25 °C to 27 °C. Spring and autumn provide cooler temperatures, with highs between 10 °C and 22 °C. Rain occurs throughout the year, with the highest frequency of rainy days occurring in May and June, each seeing about 12 days of precipitation. Winters are cold, with temperatures often dropping to -3 °C in January and February.
The site is located 315 km from Sofia. For those arriving by air, Varna Airport is the nearest option at a distance of 57 km. Travelers may combine a visit to the Madara Rider with a trip to Pobiti Kamani, which is located 48 km away. The site covers an area of 0.012 km2.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 27 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 4 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 21 | 25 | 27 | 27 | 22 | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Average low, °C | -3 | -3 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rainfall, mm | 37 | 33 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 62 | 57 | 37 | 53 | 41 | 48 | 43 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
