Provinces archives: Burgas

Dokuzak Waterfall: Beauty and Freshness in Strandzha

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Dokuzak Waterfall is the most full-flowing and powerful waterfall in Strandzha Mountain. We visited it at the end of July, and the waterfall was especially beautiful then. Then we spent three wonderful days near the town of Malko Tarnovo and … Continue reading →

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Rezovo, Bulgaria – the village, the river and the sea

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Rezovo is the southernmost settlement on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. There, the Rezovska River, which forms the border between Bulgaria and the Republic of Turkey, flows into the Black Sea. From Rezovo, a wonderful panorama opens up to the … Continue reading →

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10 great things to do in Burgas, Bulgaria

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Burgas is the second largest seaside city in Bulgaria, just after Varna, and the “capital” of the Southern Black Sea Coast. It is a city with its own atmosphere, interesting locations and a vibrant calendar of cultural activities. It has … Continue reading →

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Ahtopol, Bulgaria: sights and beaches that will make you fall in love with the town

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Ahtopol, Bulgaria. The town where I spend my summer vacation again and again. What do I find there? A relatively quiet place, a wonderful huge beach, picturesque sea views, a well-organized town. It is also important to note the proximity … Continue reading →

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The picturesque Ropotamo Beach, which can only be reached on foot or by water

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Ropotamo Beach is located at the mouth of the river of the same name and falls within the Ropotamo Nature Reserve, Bulgaria. In addition to the rich biodiversity, the reserve has many different sights – the Ropotamo River estuary, the … Continue reading →

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Brashlyan village: rustic idyll, ageless beauty, and a rich history

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Today I will take you for a walk in the village of Brashlyan, Bulgaria, one of the remarkable places we saw during two of our visits to the Strandzha Mountains. It is a peaceful and picturesque village that has been … Continue reading →

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Ancient Thracian tomb in Pomorie

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Over 15,000 Thracian tombs have been discovered in Bulgaria. The Thracian tomb near Pomorie is one of the largest. I spent so many summer days near Pomorie as a child, but at that time I had no idea about the … Continue reading →

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Akra Fortress on the beach near Chernomorets

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Years ago we stayed several times in the town of Chernomorets during the summer vacation. We walked in and around the town so many times, but we did not suspect that the area had more than a thousand year history. … Continue reading →

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8 exciting day trips from Burgas for amazing summer holiday

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Burgas is one of the two major cities on the Bulgarian Black sea coast. While lazy beach days are a given, why not spice up your summer holiday with some unforgettable day trips? From historic sites to natural wonders, here … Continue reading →

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Aquae Calidae near Burgas – the power of the hot waters

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Aquae Calidae, also known as Therma or Thermopolis, is a new tourist site in Bulgaria. It is quite close to Burgas. During the Roman times the place functioned as a bath. Before that, it was used by the Thracians as … Continue reading →

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