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25 best beaches in Bulgaria – list, photo, description, map

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A trip to Bulgaria to the Black Sea has been a dream for many lovers of the warm sun since Soviet times. There were many important positive aspects for this: the water contains little salt, there are no strong tides and low tides on the coasts (they are almost imperceptible), the entire season from May to mid-October, the water temperature is 22-24. Many territories with convenient infrastructure and the purest water are marked with the Blue Flag. Coastal zones (they can be large, small, privately owned) are covered with soft white sand. Pebbles are rare. Most of the squares are state property, there is no need to pay for a visit. The price for a sunbed is about 2.5 €, for an umbrella 2 € per day. The only (very small) downside of staying is the encounter with the jellyfish.

Sunny Beach

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It has long been considered one of the country's tourist centers. The dream of the guests of the country is a segment up to 100 m wide and 10 km long. It is all covered with a small, golden coating. Natural dunes enclose it beautifully from the outside. The descent for swimming is gentle, convenient for children. Fighting the dunes, the inhabitants of the country brought tons of soil here, built modern hotels, planted shrubs, trees, flowers, creating a real paradise for vacationers.

Sunny Beach quickly became prestigious among the countries of the Union and Europe. Its infrastructure is a place of continuous entertainment: banana riding, water skiing, visiting the Deep Blue diving center, Aquapark Action water park, kite surfing school, golf courses, and other sports grounds. Many interesting attractions have been created for children, trampolines, inflatable pools, slides, and carousels have been installed.

Along the entire stretch, there are places for the rescue service, medical rooms. If during the day cheerful children's voices are heard next to the amazing castles built on the sandy surface, then at night the surroundings sparkle with lights, the music of open-air discos, in the halls of numerous nightclubs.

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Golden Sands

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One of the most expensive (party) resorts in Bulgaria. The climate, nature, night shows, activities on the water, interesting excursions attract young families, romantic couples, and the elderly.

The beaches are conditionally divided into five parts:

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Activities on the water include banana riding, water skiing, a visit to the water park (it provides extreme slides), games in a special children's town. The entrance is convenient, gentle in all segments. Nearby there is a pier with beautiful boats, yachts, on which it is proposed to take walks. By the sea, hotels of different price values ​​were built. At night, the entire tourist area turns into a fun disco. You can come to the Golden Sands from the airport in Varna. Along the entire territory there are several stops of various public transport.

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Nessebar

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The village is located in one of the most beautiful places in Bulgaria near the Black Sea coast. On a small peninsula of ancient rocks connected by a narrow road to the mainland. A new city rises on it with modern hotels, restaurants, nightclubs. In the old city (on the peninsula) vacationers expect a quiet summer pastime. You can choose paid or free coastal strip. There are many locals here who offer a sun lounger and an umbrella for a specific amount.

It is more profitable to buy them in a store for your own use. It is useful to know that there are often waves on the surface. There are many opportunities for surfers and other marine activities. For the safety of children's stay, optimal descents to the water are indicated, rescue teams are constantly working. Excursions and independent walks introduce guests to the masterpieces of medieval architecture in Bulgaria. Nessebar is included in the UNESCO lists and is often called the “city of 40 churches”.

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Varna

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One of the most famous resorts is hidden in the north-east of the country – this is Varna. The warm sea, beautiful nature, bright sun and unique sights attract a large number of travelers in the summer. The ruins of Roman baths, mosques from the time of the Ottoman Empire, etc. have been preserved here. Having settled in cozy modern hotels, guests rush to quickly plunge into the alluring waves, run along the yellow surface. You can do it on the central beach.

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The seabed is covered with soft sand, waves are rare, and admission is free. There is a service for renting sun loungers, umbrellas. There are cafes, tennis courts, sports grounds, and a swimming pool on the shore. You can take part in various water activities. All summer the air temperature is around +24, 26°, water – up to +22°C. Winter in the resort is warm, the average temperature is about +3 … +4 degrees. An important advantage of recreation in Varna is the opportunity to undergo treatment, prevention of many diseases.

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Albena

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It seems that shallow warm water, a wide area of ​​land, bright sun calls families with children of any age, elderly parents here. The famous therapeutic muds will complement their stay with beneficial healing procedures. The balneological center, known for its healing methods, modern equipment, is located on the territory of Albena. The natural reserve “Baltata” was formed nearby.

Vegetables, fruits used in food are grown on the resort's own farms. Children can endlessly build castles (the calm sea will not destroy them), participate in entertaining games, swim in special pools, have fun in the new Aquamania water park or two Luna parks.

Adults are invited to learn paragliding, take part in a jeep safari, play on sports fields, visit a horse base or a beach library (the only one in the country). On the territory of the resort complex there are several conference halls, a modern congress center. You can take the whole family on an excursion to the residence of the Queen of Romania, Mary of Edingburgh. In a remote area allocated area for nudists.

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Burgas

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The city is one of the largest settlements in the country with a well-developed recreation infrastructure. There are many modern hotels here. In the center there is an equipped coastal strip, entertainment complexes for children and adults work. It is easy to come to the resort: the city has its own auto and railway stations, airport, port. Sunbathing, basking in the gentle sunshine near the central district of Burgas, taking part in sports entertainment on the water, land is especially pleasant in a temperate climate without drying heat.

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It helps to take long, long walks in beautiful places. This is not only the famous Sea Park, where you can see a large number of sculptures dedicated to the famous inhabitants of Bulgaria, but also the picturesque surroundings of Burgas. A popular theater has been built in the center of the park. It often hosts interesting festivals, concerts, holidays. Fans of visiting the baths will be happy to soak up the old buildings of the city. In small cafes, restaurants it is offered to try national dishes, wines of Bulgaria.

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Dunes

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The young town grew up on the Black Sea coast next to high sand dunes, which comfortably protect the coastal stretch of land and form a warm, comfortable climate for staying. Duni are included in the area of ​​​​the reserves “Velov vir”, “Water lily”, where storks and pelicans gather. Among the hills you can see sand lilies, which are not common. And on the water surface of Lake Alepou admire the unusual yellow roses, water lilies.

A distinctive feature is that by choosing a place to stay in a particular hotel, you can eat, have fun in any other room located in the tourist area. The coast is covered with fine golden sand, the bottom has a gentle, safe descent. The increase in depth is smooth, which children like.

The water park has attractions that are of interest to visitors of all ages. The resort's amphitheater constantly hosts shows with live music. In the evening, melodies of cheerful discos ring. Along the southern part of the coastal area is a wild part without modern infrastructure. She attracts people to her for summer solitude.

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Overview

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The settlement is located at the foot of Stara Planina Mountain. Between the two capes of the Black Sea stretches a piece of land that is part of the beach part of Obzor. The length of the strip covered with golden sand is about 6 km. From the land side, it is protected by hills, thickets of lush vegetation. Along the entire coast there is a promenade, a favorite place for vacationers to walk.

Cozy cafes and restaurants filled with delicious national dishes and wines have also been built here. Three sections are conditionally distinguished in the coastal strip. On the territory of the central part (the widest) the largest number of people rest. Outskirts are always less crowded. Everywhere there are the necessary elements of infrastructure: changing rooms, toilets, showers.

Rental of sun loungers, umbrellas, cafes, bars. As entertainment, it is proposed to take part in trips on rented catamarans. Small mountains, sandy hills, coniferous forests create a pleasant, healing atmosphere. Thanks to its mild climate, Obzor is popular with people of all ages. It is easy to find a place to stay in numerous private houses, hotels of various levels.

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White

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In socialist times, a well-known children's international camp worked here. A long (not very wide eco-stripe) is surrounded by picturesque hills, decorated with lush vegetation. It has enough space for playing on equipped sports grounds, flying kites, lazy use of sun loungers, umbrellas. Original water slides, banana racing, snorkeling, the best conditions for diving, aquabike, aquaplaning are available daily (no dangerous tides).

From Obzor to Byala it is easy to walk along the wild areas. There are many cozy places on the coastline with complex ledges and bays. Having studied the deep layers of the earth, scientists discovered traces of ancient life in the vicinity of the city. There are very few places on the planet where dinosaur footprints are hidden almost at the surface of the earth (Mongolia, the Big Canyon, Australia, South Africa). Excursions here will be interesting for children. In modern times, many vineyards have appeared nearby. Wines known in European countries are invited to taste in the existing tasting room.

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Pomorie

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The close location of Pomorie Lake adds to the attractiveness of a trip to this region of Bulgaria. Salts and therapeutic mud of the lake are known for their healing qualities. The covering of the coastal land has a dark shade due to the high content of lacustrine iron and manganese. Effective therapeutic soil layers lie deep, are extracted with the help of special devices and are used in medical procedures in sanatoriums and health centers.

Together with marine factors, a unique microclimate is formed in the zone. There are 9 areas for staying, separated by mounds of stones. Among them are ennobled, wild, paid, free sites. It is offered to enjoy the conditions of the resort on two main sections of the coastline: central and eastern. In the center, two areas stand out: with dark and golden sand. There is a gentle, safe descent here in a small area. The bottom is rocky, the depth rapidly increases, large waves often appear. The clean, well-groomed area of ​​the eastern part is popular.

Sports competitions, parties are often held here, there are permanent places for sun loungers. The passage into the water is gentle, there are no stones, the shallow depth allows you to warm up quickly, which is convenient for trips with children and active swimming in early June. There is a water sports center in Pomorie. It is possible to rent a catamaran, jet ski, water skis. Along the coast there are numerous sports grounds, cafes, restaurants, spa salons. Children's towns with attractions are equipped.

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Kara-Dere

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A modern person increasingly has a desire to live in a corner of nature, remote from the city noise. Only the sea wind, golden sand, the amazing world of plants, mountains, hills is available to man. Such a place is the coastal strip between the settlements of Goritsa, Byala in Bulgaria. Rocks, forest thickets protect the recreation area from the outer sea, without disturbing the wonderful conditions for surfing and other entertainment without an organized infrastructure.

Here you will not find modern hotels, hotels. Only the sea, endless rows of vineyards, steppe, forests, the proximity of the swamp with its healing breath. Wild living is accompanied by information from an ancient legend: once here pirates hid gold stolen from Turkish troops. The treasure gradually formed an amazing golden hue along the shore. Artists, writers, ordinary romantics tend to come here. On 6 km of land is always free. Even at the peak of the season, no one bothers to indulge in your own fantasies, to have fun among the gentle waves.

Cavacites

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At this place on the Black Sea coast, it was forbidden to build hotels (there are few of them), other establishments. You can come here from Sozopol. To do this, you can use the services of a red or green train for 3 leva (depending on the route). Come to fall in love with one of the most beautiful places in Bulgaria forever. An amazingly clean area, covered with fine golden sand, without a single pebble, sparkling clean sea without a hint of algae.

Majestic dunes rise directly to the shore. Paths pass between the sandy mountains. They are not completely naked: in an amazing way, exotic plants grow among the golden sand. Along the shore there is a wooden walkway for the passage of vacationers. Changing cabins, toilets, showers, cafes, lifeguard towers are equipped. There is even a bath.

There is a rental service that offers to rent a jet ski, a banana, water skis, a boat. You can ride on a parachute. Interestingly, throughout the area there are separate places for staying with a dog and nudists. The entire resort area of ​​​​Kavatsite (translated as “poplar”) consists of a campsite with bungalows, space for 200 tents, several new hotels, villas.

Arkutino

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You can get there by car or stay at the expensive hotel Arkutino Family Resort. This is a paradise piece of nature, hidden from civilization, giving a person unusual emotions, revealing some secrets of the plant, natural world. For example, to find out what is a tertiary relic that makes up the coastal strip.

How do rare sand lilies develop on dry sand? Why do water snakes reign on the Serpent Island (they do not sail to the tourist zone) and cacti grow. It is impossible to cross the mouth of the Ropotamo River, which is part of the protected reserve area. The neighborhood of the river forms cycles, strong currents. Prohibiting posters warn about this. The beach is surrounded by picturesque rocks.

It is covered with soft sand, has a gentle passage into the water. There are two bistro bars on site. Refreshing drinks and tasty meals are offered here. Fans of active entertainment can use the servants of the windsurfing school (even beginners). On a special route that goes through the beautiful wild places of the coast, you can take walks to other areas of the Ropotamo reserve.

The mouth

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Coastal strips of the Black Sea on the territory of Bulgaria can have sand, shell, pebble cover. At the same time, many have rocky stretches and not very convenient descents into the water. At some points, the depth originates near the shore. These places include the territory on the sandy spit of Ustiyeto near the village of Sinemorets. It is a peaceful resort surrounded by the Strandzha Natural Park. On the one hand, sea waves wash, on the opposite side there is the mouth of the Veleka River and the Strandzha Mountain.

Sand, a transparent bottom covered with fine sand, the absence of wind make the rest here very comfortable. A negative point for swimming children is a sharp increase in depth. Families with children do not want to come here. The almost wild area belongs to sparsely populated areas. Untouched nature, picturesque surroundings attract adults, lovers of solitude, silence, nudists here.

Butamyata

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The cozy village of Sinemorets is located next to the bay, bordered by a golden stripe, decorated with umbrellas, deck chairs. Despite reliable protection from the northerly winds, waves often form on the sea, which are loved by surfers. The coastline is guarded by rocks with strange natural outlines. Their shape causes different comparisons among vacationers. It is interesting to see among them, for example, the real head of a lion, the spread wings of a mysterious bird.

The infrastructure of the site allows you to take a sun lounger, ride on the sea surface on water skis, jet skis, banana boats, take part in various sports activities on land and water. Test your skills in using the original flying “water pack”. The beach is surrounded by a forest belt, in the shade, which you can hide from the sun. Near the wide, spacious coastal strip there are several bars, pizzerias, restaurants, convenient parking for the car, new hotels sparkle.

gold fish

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Gentle wind, salty spray, sparkling in the sun, call bold, courageous romantics here. They dream of conquering the snow-white scallops of the sea waves and realizing the most daring romantic adventures. There is no modern infrastructure for a beach holiday, luxury hotels. On the coastal territory, only places for erecting tents are marked, toilets, showers with hot water have been built.

But on the other hand, there is a surf school (it offers boards for rent), a large number of restaurants offering unusually delicious dishes. In the campsite at a distance of 3 km from the town of Sozopol, lovers of active surfing and a quiet, secluded stay among the wild nature on gentle ground, in the streams of constant sea wind, gather. The name (about 5 km long) was given by analogy with camping. Paid parking is available on site.

Harmani

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A popular place to visit in Bulgaria is the small resort village of Sozopol. On its streets you can see the buildings of the cultural heritage of the country. On three beach areas it is great to relax and have fun. Rocky capes protruding far into the sea have formed here cozy bays with warm water, lack of wind, comfortable living conditions within the city. The beaches Central, Harmanite (Harmni) are popular.

The last option was created in the southern part of Sozopl (a short distance from the city center) and is considered an alternative proposal compared to the crowded Central. The beach infrastructure is thought out for any type of recreation for adults and children. A calm, green alley for pedestrians runs along the recreation area. This is Ropotamo street with numerous cafes, restaurants, shopping centers. Sports and playgrounds are equipped along the coastal strip (its length is about 1 km). A variety of sports equipment is available for water activities.

Kabakum

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Despite the fact that the beach paradise is located at a distance of about 10 km from the capital, it is most often visited by local residents. A coastal strip about 1.5 km long is born near the Zhurnalist Hotel. The construction of a large number of hotels is limited to high hills. Guests of the hotel descend along a path about 100 m long. There is a public transport stop nearby. When traveling by car, the buildings of the hotel towering above the surroundings serve as a good guide.

You can walk to the sea on coarse sand without shells (this is a distinctive feature of the coating). The sand spit rapidly goes into the sea, creating great depth. There are often rocky areas on the seabed. There are fenced areas for children. Even experienced swimmers cannot swim behind the buoys. Fans of riding scooters, water skiing, catamarans, boats are invited to use a specific site. Separately, a paid site owned by the hotel is allocated.

Primorsko

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On the promontory between Burgas and Sozopol, there is a resort settlement of Primorsko. It has long been the center of youth travel in Bulgaria. The famous Primorsko International Center is located here. The coastline allows you to engage in exciting water activities. There are differences for recreation in the North and South beach areas. Surfers reign in the north. The length of the section is about 2 km and the wind is constantly blowing here. Families with children come to the southern part.

It is always quiet, calm, warm and very beautiful here. A smooth, safe passage to the water, a variety of playgrounds, excellent infrastructure allow you to spend carefree (for parents) days here. Large pebbles on the seabed make the water especially clear. Coastal cafes, restaurants always offer to try delicious dishes, feed children. The outskirts of the beach area make it easy to get settled among a deserted, secluded place.

Shkorpilovtsi

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At a distance of 40 km from Varna there is a unique (the longest in the country) place for summer travel. Here you can not hear the music of noisy discos, daily parties. Only natural songs of the wind, forest, waves, unusual silence fill the surroundings. Despite the fact that a provincial settlement with a large number of hotels has long been built nearby. Comfortable conditions are provided for families with small children.

There are cafes, children's, sports grounds in the protected area. Rental of sports equipment for water activities. Comfortable locker rooms, showers, toilets, issue of sun loungers, umbrellas. Equipped with a special children's pool. The size of the beach section allows you to create any conditions here. Those who like to live in a tent with a fire will find a permitted place for themselves. Forest, rocks in some areas approach the water, creating cozy corners for spending the night. They come to Shkorpilovichi even after the closing of the holiday season to take wellness treatments in mineral springs.

Beach at the camping “Romance”

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Among the pristine beauty of the Longoz National Reserve, the resort of Kamchia has grown. This is a sports and recreation ensemble of a secluded place at a distance of 30 km from Varna. A beach area adjoins its southern part, leading to the Romantik campsite. People who dream of silence, beautiful nature, gentle sea, lack of achievements of civilization tend to come here.

Clean air, the aroma of a pine forest, together with the smells of the sea, are filled with healing power, which is necessary for the modern rhythm of life. The lack of beach infrastructure, ordinary water activities do not complicate the stay and do not violate the natural silence of nature. There is no problem in choosing a private car parking. Nature is the main attraction.

Healing springs, the Kamchia River increase the interest of tourists. Under the right circumstances, you can meet its inhabitants turtles. You can stay at the campsite, where there are bungalows, places for tents, caravans, several bars, grocery stores. Residents of Varna like to come here on weekends, for a picnic, fishing.

Bolata

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It is not so easy to notice a golden strip near the water itself, intended for a fabulous holiday. An unusual horseshoe-shaped space is securely hidden behind protruding rocks and dense forest. Lying on the hot sand, you can look at the mysterious entrances to the ancient rocky caves for a long time. The remains of ancient dwellings, the mysteries of the life of primitive houses unsolved by mankind, set one on special, philosophical thoughts.

Swimming dolphins seem to know them and try to tell something, smiling cheerfully with their kind smile. On the snow-white land, everything you need for bliss on the shore of a beautiful bay is provided. Warm shallow water splashes inside it, and then the favorite places of divers begin: the depths of the sea. The underwater world is rich and beautiful. As entertainment, boat trips, water skiing, flights over the bay to see the beauty of Bolata are offered.

Saint Vlas

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It is difficult to find a better option for beach pleasures than the resort of Sveti Vlas. Especially if you plan to travel with children. The clean sea air, together with the phytoncides of the coniferous forest, is filled with healing properties that help get rid of many childhood colds. The sun shines here all season from May to October, the sea warms up well. Hot, fine sand fills the shore. It is divided into paid and free areas.

They are separated by a stone, low wall, extending into the water. Nearby are alleys of acacias, majestic pine trees, beautiful flowers. A small drawback is the presence of wind. But windsurfers are permanent inhabitants of these conditions. In the recreation area there are rental points for various sports equipment for entertainment on the water, sports grounds. It operates its own yacht club, which allows you to make interesting sea voyages. All three parts of the Black Sea coast, belonging to the resort of Sveti Vlas, comply with international safety requirements and have been awarded the Blue Flag.

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Irakli

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Closed by dense forests growing near the water, the beach is located among the protected area, protected by the state. There are no huge hotel complexes here. Noisy cities are located in the distance and do not violate the ecological features of the recreation area. The nearest tourist complex is the Sunny Beach resort. The infrastructure consists of numerous elements of a beach holiday. Work rescuers, medical aid.

The disadvantage is the relatively low water temperature. This is due to the presence of the river current. The descent into the water is gentle, the bottom has no sharp stones, rocky ledges. The conditionally used coast is divided into three parts. Almost all infrastructure is organized in the Northern part. There are two cafes, restaurant “Panorama”.

On the southern territory of the resort of Irakli there are camping, tents, places for the wild presence. The third part was reserved for nudists. The widest area of ​​the strip is located near the mouth of the Vaya River, is a paid section called Waya Beach. Irakli is located near the village of Emon, Burgas region. Nearby is the eastern point of the Stara Planina mountain system – Cape Emine. You can come here by private car or taxi.

Saints Constantine and Helena

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The abundance of greenery, mild climate, active mineral springs attract elderly people, families with small children, and believers. This is the only place in Europe where a healing spring operates under the throne of the altar of the church of St. Constantine and Helena. Since ancient times, powerful holy qualities have been attributed to him. And you can ask the holy relics of the martyr Valentine for help, intercession. Along with relaxation under the hot sun, medical procedures of the resort's balneological centers (mud therapy, apitherapy, reflexology, massage) are offered under the supervision of specialists.

The resort is located between Varna and Golden Sands. Here, the coastal cliffs formed a cozy, warm bay. About 3 km stretches a golden strip of land. The passage for swimming is gentle and safe. Part of the streams from mineral springs mixes with the waves, saturating the water with calcium, bromine, magnesium ions, sulfates, and other useful compounds.

The beach surface has a gray tint, contains quartz, useful for the human respiratory system. For people who love an active type of travel, numerous participation in exotic coves formed by rocks is offered here. The main attraction is the building of the government residence. A staircase leads to the architectural structure of the New Baroque style, it is surrounded by a garden and fountains.

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