Rasinchev Bryag, better known to the Russian tourist as a sunny shore, is one of the most popular sea resorts in Bulgaria. In this cheerful place there are all standard beach entertainments: discos, karaoke, restaurants, shops, attractions, sandy coast of the Black Sea. And although in the fall the beach vacation is gradually coming to naught, it is worth flying here for a cultural program and excursions. Those who want to get acquainted with the history and traditions of Bulgaria, we will tell where you can go by car or bus for one day.
How to get to the sunny shore?
The cost of the flight to Burgas starts from 23,000 rubles* per person by one by one. In the context of the pandemic, tourists need to have a certificate of passing a full vaccination course, a negative PCR test or a certificate of an already transferred disease. Shattla, taxis and rare suburban buses, the schedule of which are better to recognize in advance in advance.
Where to stay on the sunny shore?
Best Western Plus Premium Inn – from 3100 rubles* per night per person;
Cantilena Complex – from 2300 rubles* per night per person;
Grand Hotel Oasis by Asteri Hotels – from 4200 rubles* per night per person.
What to travel along the coast?
The distances between attractions are mostly small, so you can move by bus and taxi. But it is more convenient to rent a car directly at the airport so as not to adapt to the schedule of public transport. Renting a car in Burgas on OneTwotrip will cost 2000 rubles* per day.
Nesoebr – Ravda – Pomoria
Nesoebr is only five kilometers from the sunny shore. An old city with a busy tourist center and a rich architectural heritage is more like a museum. The resemblance is emphasized by the mothballed archaeological zones, where you can also see the Roman layout of the streets, the ruins of the Early University Term and the fortress wall, as well as numerous churches, among which the Church of John of the X-XI centuries and the Basilica of the Blessed Virgin Mary is distinguished. On the bridge, which connects the old and new parts of Nesoebra, it is impossible to skip a wooden mill, which is widely replicated on all souvenirs and cards. In no other coastal town of Bulgaria, you will not find such a rich selection of classical gifts and handmade products from local manufactories. Therefore, we must not forget to allocate time for purchases as a keepsake. You can get acquainted with Bulgarian specialties on excursions on the Messembria winery.
Walk time: About two hours.
The territory of Nesoebra quietly flows into the village of Ravda. The democratic resort of eternal youth is popular among Bulgarian youth and impregnated with an atmosphere of carefree, fun and adventure. They go here in the afternoon to take surfing lessons and other water sports, and in the evening to meet sunsets in numerous beach and city bars.
Walk time: 40 minutes.
A half an hour from the ranges on a small cape is the city of Pomoriya. Sea salt here began to extract, according to archaeologists, even before our era. Local salt production until the beginning of the 20th century was considered the largest in Bulgaria. Today, tourists can see the technology of extraction by evaporation of sea water and find out the history of fishing in the salt museum. Another popular entertainment in Pomoria is spa treatments with medicinal mud, which are better to order in advance.
Time for inspection: From the hour.
Entrance: From the four lion*.
Burgas – Sozopol – Ropotamo – Ravadinovo
Burgas is an administrative center, the largest city on the coast and the fourth largest in Bulgaria. The city’s daily life contrasts noticeably with the general vacation mood of neighboring settlements. It’s all the more interesting to walk along the central streets and business quarters, go to shopping, look into the archaeological or historical museums. The compulsory program also includes a modern embankment with a well -groomed promenade, a long pier and a white openwork staircase. And in order to have a useful and exciting time with children in the Scientific Center “Planetum”, it is not necessary to know the Bulgarian language, because many exhibits are interactive.
Time for a walk: two hours.
The architectural-historical reserve of the old Sozopol near Burgas is included in the list of Architectural heritage of UNESCO. Similar to Nesiebra, it is more comfortable and chamber. Two -story houses made of stone and wood, covered with red tile, turn the streets into cinema deposit in the open air. The remains of the fortress wall are reminiscent of military victories. One of the largest colonies of gulls in Bulgaria lives on sandy and pebble beaches. Views of the Black Sea cliffs will appeal to romance.
Walk time: Two hours.
Six kilometers from Sozopol, in the village of Ravadinovo, there is one of the most unusual attractions of the coast – a fantasy, richly decorated castle “Love Wind”, which refers to the Hungarian and Romanian originals. Gorguli and vampires nest on pointed roofs and turrets, fabulous chimeras and crying angels hide in the yard. A large park is decorated with fountains and ponds, where ducks, swans and other animals live. But an amazing castle has no historical value – this is a modern tourist complex built by a private Bulgarian investor. Here, for example, you can organize a banquet or find a way out of the quest rooms.
Visit time: An hour and a half.
Entrance: 20 lion*.
About 15 kilometers from Ravadinovo, the Ropotamo river flows. In the XI century, the border between Byzantium and Bulgaria passed along it. In contrast to the beaches, hilly forest landscapes look unusual. The unprecedented popularity of the Ropotamo reserve among tourists and residents of Bulgaria began to threaten local ecology. Therefore, today measures are being taken to maintain a natural balance: you can visit the reserve as part of a tour of a small river boat, which is prohibited from which it is forbidden to go from. About 250 species of birds nest on the river, and roe deer, deer, wild boars and other animals live in the reserve.
Tour time: hour. Tour cost: from 10 lion per person*.
Plovdyv-Great Tyarnovo
On this trip, you can fully enjoy the Bulgarian landscapes: green valleys, fertile fields, plantations and mountains. From the coast to the city of Great Tyarnovo you will spend at least four hours on the way. On the way, you can make a small hook and call in one of the largest cities in Bulgaria – a swimmer, famous for its peaches. Read more about what to do there is described in this article.
The relief of the ancient medieval city of Great Tyarnovo challenges even experienced travelers. On the gallowed winding streets with home coffee houses and craft benches, there is no even place. Some of the districts are built on cliffs, and the houses seemed to hang on the rocks. Some of them are even connected by glass bridges or decorated with transparent terraces. It is interesting to visit the Park “Mini-Bolgaria” and an unusual monument to four Asenovites, the founders of the second Bulgarian kingdom, during which the most powerful heyday of Bulgaria came.
Walk time: from two hours.
The architectural dominant of Great Tyarnovo-the fortress of the Princess-is located on a high hill, at the foot of which the Yantra River flows. For the first time this citadel is mentioned in the XII century, and today it rebelled from the ruins as a result of large -scale reconstruction. Powerful walls keep a love story that all visitors tell at the entrance. During public holidays, a laser show is arranged in the castle.
Time for inspection: hour.
Entrance: from three lion*.
*Prices are valid at the time of publication
If the article did not convince you to start planning a trip to Bulgaria now, go to the material in which we briefly tell, What countries Russian tourists can go to and what are the entry rules for them.
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