Varna

Veliko Tarnovo

Obzor

Sunny Beach

Nesebur

Sozopol

Step back in time and wonder along the quaint cobblestone streets that this small town has to offer. Admire the 19th Century wooden architecture as well as several medieval churches for picturesque Nesebur is steeped in History. This was a thriving port in Greek and Roman Times and the history dates back approximately 7000 years. During the Byzantine Era it was the main stopover for ships sailing between Constantine and the Danube.

There are more than 40 churches which are architectural monuments. Nesebur is also registered under UNESCO heritage. The religion is Orthodox which is both Slav and Greek (This came about in the Balkans during the later part of the middle ages).

Nesebur is a peninsular linked by a causeway to the main land. A large wooden windmill stands as you approach the penninsular. There are buses waiting at the entrance of the town with links to nearby Sunny Beach etc. Water taxis also travel to and from Sunny Beach.

If its souvenirs that you are after Nesebur has them in abundance. Postcards line stalls and if you are looking for Russian dolls, there are plenty to choose from. Try one of the many tempting cafes and kiosks. Nesebur relies on tourism and fishing. It is definitely a great place for photography, capturing plenty of detailed Bulgarian brickwork architecture. The building decoration (i.e. red bricks and green circles) is influenced by the Byzantines and built by the Bulgarians. Many timber framed homes are also built with stone and this protects buildings from heat and coldness.

Inside the gateway there is an archaeological museum which is well worth a visit, as well as a 14th Century art gallery (in what used to be a church, in the centre of the town.)