The Rozhen Monastery is 6km out of the town. The easiest way to reach the monastery is to drive or walk to the Rozhen village using the asphalted road. Although a bit harder to find and use, the direct track through the sand peaks offers very interesting views. Note that the track is not marked, you should better ask for guidance.
The clay 'mel' peaks that surround the town give it it's name.
The town has strictly kept the local architecture unlike other provincial towns, such as Bansko.
