The town of Kocherinovo has a population of 3 000 inhabitants and lies 56 km southeast of Kyustendil. The town is a municipal centre with 10 component settlements. To the east of the town are located the Stobski Pyramids. These are rocky formations at the southwestern foot of Rila Mountains. The pyramids are sculptured in rust-tinted fluvioglacial sediments with a thickness of 40m. They are situated along the left valley bank of the Rilska River. The pyramids are of different shape and are covered with rocky blocks. They are the natural landmark of the region. More about 'Kyustendil district' : The town of Kyustendil The town of Dupnitza The town of Rila The town of Sapareva Banya The town of Boboshevo The town of Bobov Dol The municipality of Nevestino The municipality of Treklyano Protected territories - Kyustendil