Archive for January, 2007
Bulgaria places to see.
THE RILA MONASTERY
The Monastery Is situated in South western Bulgaria and is a popular tourist site for its size, natural surroundings, architecture, wall paintings and ancient history.
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Nessebur
Explore the ancient town of Nessebur one of the oldest towns in Europe.The ancient Greek colony of Mesembria.
Nessebar is best known for its old town.The buildings date from 11Th to 14Th centuries.It is located on a small peninsula on the Black Sea coast within walking distance to the largest resort Sunny Beach.It emerged as a fortified Thracian settlement; afterwards it was a Greek polis, then a Roman colony.The town has 2 parts – the Old Town and the New Town.
Today the old town has a romantic atmosphere, narrow cobblestone lanes, gift shops, restaurant’s, coffee bars and taverns a beautiful place to relax and take in the scenic views in all direction’s.
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Veliko Turnovo
The medieval capital of Bulgaria,attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. Veliko Turnovo is situated at the foot of Stara planina in North Central Bulgaria,
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BALCHIK
A town and seaside resort, situated n Northern Bulgaria with the beauty of the sea. For a long time it has been known as the White Town for the colour of its lime rocks.


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Sozopol
One of Ancient Greece’s oldest settlements Known as Apolonia in 610 B.C. by its founders .The town hosts beautiful architectural houses and a Museum of art.
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The city of Bourgas
Explore the three lagoon lakes: Atanasovo lake, Bourgas lake and Mandra lake.
To the north and south of Bourgas there are salt lakes and in the southern part of Bourgas you will find the Strandja Mountain which is the biggest natural park in Bulgaria.One of the most active tourist spots in Bourgas is the fountain at Troykata Square.
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The city of Varna
Varna is Bulgaria’s third largest city bursting with things to do and see.The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin built in the 19th century, houses a finely carved iconostasis and bishop’s throne as well as some interesting murals and stained glass.The Roman spa Third biggest Roman ruins in Europe Covering an area of 7000 sq.m. The therms were built in 2nd century AD The Romans relexed there by bathing in the pools.Dolphinarium is great show for family.You will get to know the dolphins closely and watch them play.The park Fantastic 7k long park that runs along side the beach. Lots of interesting models and statues adorn the many pathways.Also a small Zoo and a little fairground for the children.
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