The town of Aytos has a population of 21 000 inhabitants and lies at a distance of 30 km northwest of Burgas. The town is a municipal centre with 16 component settlements. The settlement is situated in the Aytos Field at an altitude of 92 m. During the Revival period the town is known under the name of Orlovo.

The region of Aytos has a rich history. The archaeological findings tell that it has originated in V c. B. C. Khan Tervel is the first Bulgarian ruler of the town of Aytos. The Aetos fortress has played a key role in the defense system of Bulgaria against the assaults of Tatars, Avars, and Crusaders. The town has been conquered by the troops of Sultan Murad in 1378. The mosque from that period is proclaimed for a historic monument.

The Aytos mineral baths are situated at the eastern part of the town. They have a temperature of 41^oC and a capacity of 30 litres per minute. The water is suitable for treating gastric, kidney and liver diseases.

The tourist sights of the town are: the church "St. Dimiter", the Chengeliev's house-museum, the remains of the Aetos fortress, the rocky formation "The Three Bothers" and others.