Bulgaria Travel Notes

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By Hannah Rollmaker

In the country of Bulgaria you will find the city and seaside resort of Varna. This city which is located by the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast is the 3rd largest city to be found in the whole of Bulgaria. Many people refer to Varna as the summer or marine capital of Bulgaria. You will find this gorgeous city to be a delightful place to visit whether you are looking to lounge on the beaches or explore the many delightful sights of the city.

Among the interesting sights you will be able to find when you visit Varna is that of the Sa Garden. This park is one of the oldest and largest park areas in the city to visit. While you are here you can see the Nicolaus Copernicus Observatory and Planetarium. You will also be able to see the Museum of Natural History. These however are not the only sights you will be able to look at while you with the Sea Garden. Within this garden you will have the chance of visiting the Varna Aquarium, a terrarium, the Varna Dolphinarium, a zoo and many other interesting sights.
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1. Start at the Statue

Start your city tour at the statue of St. Sofia, a 24m bronze statue of the goddess protector of the city, erected atop a pedestal on the Sveta Nedelya Square. The citizens of Sofia are said to love the statue but the church condemns it, contending that it is not a religious rendition of a saint. They may have a point: The golden saint, wearing a form-fitting gown with a plunging neckline, looks more like a Greek goddess.

2. Ancient Rotunda

Head over to the Sheraton Sofia hotel, which was built in front of the oldest building preserved in Sofia, the 4th-century St. George Rotunda. The ancient church is situated amid the remains of the ancient Roman town of Serdica. The magnificent dome is protected by UNESCO and the church functions at present as a museum.

3. Admire the splendor of the Cathedral

The golden dome of St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, the city’s hottest tourist spot, dominates the skyline. Considered the heart of the city, it was built between 1904 and 1912, commemorating the Russian soldiers who perished in the Bulgarian War of Liberation. The square in front of the church hosts a colorful street market selling souvenirs, antiques and bric-a-brac throughout the year. Everything from Russian fur hats and lacquered boxes to icons and embroidery is for sale.

4. Do some shopping & have fun

To round off your day you can take a relaxing shopping stroll along Vitosha Boulevard – the city’s main shopping thoroughfare. The boulevard, now closed to all traffic except trams, is lined with jewelries and fashion boutiques with designer clothes by world-famous brands. Vitosha Boulevard is also the hub of Sofia’s nightlife, hosting many cafes, bars, restaurants, and disco clubs.

5. Get some fresh air

The Vitosha Mountain rises out behind the city, just half an hour drive from downtown. It’s a great place for taking a hike and getting out of the big city. You can have a picnic in summer or go skiing in winter. Of course, if you’re not in the mood for exertion, you can always visit the Boyana Church (on UNESCO’s world heritage list), nestled at the foot of the mountain.

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Find the best things to do in Varna, Bulgaria. Check out our list of what to do in Varna, Bulgaria and make it the trip of a lifetime.

Varna Cathedral

If you want to see one of the symbols of the city – go to the Cathedral of the Assumption. This beautiful cathedral was built between 1880 and 1886 and is the second largest in Bulgaria (after Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia). Admission is free, but if you want to take photos inside, you’ll be charged. The cathedral is open from 6am to 10pm.

The Pedestrian Zone

Varna’s pedestrian zone starts from the Cathedral passing through the Dramatic Theatre and Nezavisimost square, Knyaz Boris I Street and turning right by Slivnitsa to pass the Festival Complex and taking you all the way to the sea garden and the sea promenade. The pedestrian zone is a great place to do some shopping, dine or enjoy Varna’s nightlife in the countless clubs, bars and restaurants.
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Sunny Beach is not just big but very loved by thousands of returning visitors from the UK and Europe.

The resort is located only about 22miles from Bourgas city & Airport and is situated on a semi circular bay along the south part of the Black sea coast. It also boasts a 5 mile (8km) strip with clean golden sands, bars, clubs, shops, water sports and anything the imagination can think of. The Sunny Beach coast is regarded as the cleanest and best beach in Bulgaria. It is also nicely protected by the Balkan mountains to the north and with its great Mediterranean climate, clean calm waters, this is the perfect all-round holiday destination.

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Sunny Beach has much to offer, with great nightlife and day activities to keep all types of visitors busy and entertained. Only the most world traveled visitor could get bored here.

The resort offers more than 120 quality hotels, children activity clubs and many organized daily tours and trips for those wishing to go further and explore more including the stunning town of Nessebar which boast many ancient buildings and ruins.
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Sarah Maple

Tourism has long been a staple part of Bulgaria’s economy, yet citing the country as a honeymoon destination maybe a little more unexpected. However, in a recent poll by holiday specialists sunshine.co.uk, Bulgaria came in at number five just behind The Seychelles and Morocco, and beating New York and Egypt – whilst traditional romantic cities such as Venice and Paris did not even make the cut. So why is Bulgaria so popular? And what kind of couples are attracted to the country?

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The easy answer is: everyone. The reason that Bulgaria is proving so popular amongst honeymooners is because it seems to cater for every type of couple. Part of this is influenced by the country’s climate – which is unusually diverse for a country with a relatively small area. The continental northern regions are coolest parts of the country, whilst the South East coast is typically Mediterranean with the plains in-between feeling similar to those in the US.
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