The town of Breznik has a population of 4 000 inhabitants and is located 22 km north-west of Pernik. Breznik is a municipal centre with 34 component settlements. There are mineral springs to the south of the town. In the suburbs of the town there are remains of prehistoric, ancient and medieval settlements and fortresses. The town is known under this name since X century and during the Ottoman yoke it is a municipal centre. More about 'Pernik district' : The town of Pernik The town of Radomir The town of Zemen The town of Trun The municipality of Kovachevtzi Protected territories - Pernik