Nature

The municipality of Stara Zagora covers the northern fields of the Upper Thracian Plain and the southern hills of Sarnena Sredna Gora Mountain. The plain lies 150-180 m above sea level. The climate is temperate, continental with mild winters. The snow covers are short, lasting longer on the Sarnena Sredna Gora Mountain. Rain falls mainly in spring and summer.

The rivers crossing the municipality are short and shallow. 

Sarnena Sredna Gora Mountain is included in the ecotourism area of the South Central Balkans. The mountain is attractive and easily accessible in all seasons due to its temperate climate and well-preserved nature.

Thermal water springs

The Stara Zagora Mineral Spa Resort is situated 15 km northeast of the city of Stara Zagora, in a picturesque valley of Sredna Gora Mountain, at 370 m above sea level. It is an attractive resort offering excellent opportunities for relaxation and treatment with natural mineral waters and fresh mountain air in renovated rest houses and hotels. It is surrounded by clean broad-leaved forests and far away from industrial pollution. The natural thermal water springs from a depth of 1600 meters. The temperature on the surface is 40° C (c. 110°F), with a capacity of 12 l/sec. It is believed to have excellent curing and healing qualities.