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Irakli

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:30:00 +0300

Irakli is a beautiful, wild area, located several kilometers away from the town of Obzor, close to the village of Emona. Its beach is nearly three km long. The nearby forest, combined with the sea outlet, make the place suitable for camping and spending some time away from the city in a tent. Groups of young people gather in the area each summer. They have already formed their small community of nature lovers and nudists. According to tradition, rockers from all parts of Bulgaria gather there on July 1 to welcome the sun on July Morning. The beach ends close to the rocky cape of Emine. Visitors can spot dolphins there. The large clams sometimes carry tiny pearls. You only need some luck to find the right one. A path takes willing walkers to the tiny village of Emona in half an hour. The walk through the shady forest gives you the chance to experience nature and even see...

Bulgarevo

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:51:00 +0300

Any ideas what the common thing between the cape of Kaliakra, clam farms, caves, rare bird species and beautiful bays is? Here is a clue - all of these are located very close to the village of Bulgarevo. Bulgarevo is situated close to the cape of Kaliakra and since recently it offers opportunities for calm seaside rest in village surroundings. The population of Bulgarevo is only 1500 people. Yet, the village offers various accommodation opportunities. A number of websites list the offers of villas, family hotels and private dwellings in Bulgarevo. What makes Bulgarevo an interesting place is the fact that its residents are of Gagauz origin. These people speak a modified form of the Turkish language but practice East Orthodox religion. Some old traditions have been preserved in the village. Tourists who visit Bulgarevo have various options to spend their free time and see...

Emine Cape

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:10:00 +0200

Emine Cape is one of the most charming places in Bulgaria’s coastal region. This windy and wild cliff is situated 54 km north of Bourgas and about 14 km south of the small Black Sea town of Obzor. The cape is the easternmost part of Stara Planina Mountain. Thus, Emine is often used as the divisive mark between the southern and the northern coastline. Emine cape is actually a 60-m high vertical cliff surrounded by numerous underwater rocks. These are scattered nearly 250 m from the shore, inside the sea. A lighthouse still functions at the cape. It was opened on December 15 1880. Emine is one of the stormiest regions in the country. It was named a nature landmark in 1976. Numerous legends have been told about the cape and its lighthouse. According to one, an old sailor and his daughter lived in the lighthouse. She was more beautiful than the sunrise that...

Silistar Beach

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:17:00 +0300

One of the most beautiful beaches in Bulgaria, Silistar, is located several kilometers south of the village of Sinemorets, on the road to the village of Rezovo. The river under the name of Silistar flows in the sea at that point. This predetermines the rich plant life in the area. Many types of birds, animals and fish inhabit the area. Silistar is a protected area in the park of Strandzha. It gets the status of a preserve in 1992. Part of the plant and animal species found there are rare. The beach is nearly kilometer long and 50 m wide. Though it is quite small, the beach is exceptionally beautiful. Cliffs line the shore, the sand is white and the water is clear. The seafloor is excellent for swimming. Divers get excellent opportunities to practice their hobby. You should be careful, though, since the many underwater caves create suction. Silistar is still known to...

Rezovo

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:36:00 +0300

The village of Rezovo is the southernmost point on the Bulgarian Black Sea coastline. Rezovo is located on the border between Bulgaria and Turkey. Nearly 15 km south of Ahtopol, the village is located close to a river carrying the same name. According to historians, Rezovo is has rich historic background. They found signs of metallurgic activity and a Thracian necropolis, located in the area called Selski Dol, several kilometers away from the village. The cape of Kastrich, also located several kilometers north of Rezovo, hosts the remains of the small Middle Age fortress of Kastrition. Rezovo is a name derived from the Thracian word Rezos. According to some historians the word means king. Some even believe that Rezovo is the birthplace of the Thracian king Rezos, mentioned by Homer in his account of the Trojan War. In 18th century maps, Rezovo is marked as harbor under...

St. Ivan Island

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:42:00 +0300

St. Ivan island is one of the five islands close to the Bulgarian Black Sea shore. The island is situated 2 km north of Sozopol and is the tallest Bulgarian islands. In 1993, St. Ivan was named a protected territory in order to preserve a number of endangered bird species nesting there. Over 70 types of birds inhabit the area, making locals come up with the name The Bird Island. Some of the birds are included in the Bulgarian Red Book of Endangered Species. Apart from the beautiful nature, St. Ivan is known for its historic landmarks. A Thracian sanctuary dating back to the 7th and 6th centuries BC was situated there. Upon their arrival, Greek colonizers destroyed the sanctuary and constructed a temple honoring Apollo. A 13-m statue of the god appeared on the island. It was later on moved. A Christian church was constructed over the remains of the Greek temple in the end...

Arkoutino

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:53:00 +0300

Arkoutino region is part of Ropotamo preserve. One of Bulgaria’s most beautiful beaches carries the same name and is located in the same area. Big sand dunes are typical for the region. The rare sand lily grows there. Until recently, the beach was wild and a favorite spot for tent lovers and nudists. The beach gave them wonderful opportunities for sunbathing and swimming. Tourists who got tired of the noisy Sozopol beaches visited Arkoutino. Several years ago, construction in Arkoutino began. The spot is not as calm as it used to be in the past. A major vacation complex is situated nearby.

St. Anastasia Island

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 12:43:00 +0300

Hidden between the capes of St. Anastasia and Atia lies St. Anastasia island. The biggest island on Bulgarian territory is situated only 6.5 km away from the coastal city of Bourgas. Its area is 8.5 decares and the height is 12 m. St. Anastasia appeared as a result of a volcanic eruption. The island has intriguing history. Numerous legends have been told about it. Objects from the 5th and 4th centuries AD found there show that human activity on the island started long time ago. A monastery functions there, as well. According to historians, the monastery was set up as far back in time as 1553. Apart from travelers, St. Anastasia attracted pirates. Legends of hidden treasures still tickle the curiosity of visitors today. In 1924, the island was turned into a prison and the thick monastery walls started hosting a detention center for political prisoners. In 1944, the...

Kamchia

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:23:00 +0300

Beach umbrella. A chaise-lounge. You hear music in the background, you can smell the French fries and the fried fish that other tourists are eating near you. All beach visitors are lined under the umbrellas and empty space is almost entirely missing. The typical coastal resort looks this way. If you want to experience the Bulgarian coast in a different manner, head to the mouth of Kamchia River. This wild nature haven is situated only a few km away from the city of Varna. Getting there by car is rather easy. The beach is wide and surprisingly empty. Beware, since the beach is unprotected and lacks lifeguards. Kamchia lacks hotels, vacation complexes, water parks and noisy crowds. There, you can enjoy the purity of nature. In case you start missing civilization, visit the small restaurants situated on the road to the beach. You can also enjoy a boat trip....

Ropotamo Preserve

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:42:00 +0300

Ropotamo preserve is situated 50 km south of the coastal city of Bourgas. It includes the banks of Ropotamo River. Ropotamo is one of the oldest preserves in Bulgaria, named as such in 1940. In 1962, Ropotamo lost its preserve status. Coastal over construction and the increasingly growing number of tourists made authorities name Ropotamo a protected area once again in 1992. The preserve houses untypical for the latitude plant species. It is also well-known for the beautiful rock phenomena, dunes and swamps. Ropotamo’s banks are covered by thick forests. Some important plant species used in the production of medicines can be seen there. More than 100 Ropotamo plant species have been included in Bulgaria’s red book of endangered plants. The river mouth features salty water. Some marine fish species live there and sometimes go upstream searching for...

Alepou

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:50:00 +0200

The firth of Alepou is a protected area on the coast of the Black Sea. It is situated seven km south of Sozopol, near the preserve of Ropotamo. Alepou is a swamp region that features two small lakes. The area is separated from the sea by sandy dunes that have also been included in the protected area. Despite its preserve area status, Alepou is already seeing construction. Vacation complexes and hotels have appeared there. Sooner or later construction is going to harm the richness of Alepou’s nature.

Silkosia Preserve

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:46:00 +0200

Silkosia preserve is situated in Strandzha Mountain, between the villages of Bulgari and Kosti. Its territory includes part of the bank of Veleka River Silkosia is the oldest preserve in the country, named as such in 1931. The altitude of the region is 250 m above the sea level. Many plant and animal species inhabit the area. Some of them are rare, while others are untypical for the Bulgarian climatic conditions. Swamps form the lower level of the preserve. An interesting phenomenon can be observed in Silkosia. Beech trees typically grow in colder areas at higher altitudes, while oaks occupy lower levels. In Silkosia, beech trees grow in the lower parts, while oak trees grow in the upper and colder territories. Regions with higher humidity feature a number of unusual plant species. The only wild medlar trees in Europe can be seen there. Silkosia is also rich in animal...

Kaliakra Cape

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:07:00 +0200

The cape of Kaliakra is one of the most beautiful and romantic places in Bulgaria. Various legends have been told and wrap the story of the place in mystery. Cape Kaliakra attracts today’s nature lovers, those interested in bird watching, as well as people preferring ancient history. Kaliakra is located 60 km southeast of Varna, close to the villages of Bulgarevo and St. Nikola. The cape extends two km into the sea and looks like a narrow peninsula. The narrow cliffs rise 70 m above the sea. A number of caves are located there. These can be accessed only via the sea. The water carved into the cliffs openings and arches, which have been included in numerous legends. Data shows that Kaliakra was populated as far back as the 4th century BC. The cape carried the name Tirizis, named after the Thracian tribe that lived there. According to historical evidence, the place...