Varna, Bulgaria

Varna is located in northeastern Bulgaria, on the west coast of the Black Sea, extending to Varna Bay, near the mouth of the Danube River and the Bosphorus Strait. Varna has many attractions worth visiting, here are some recommendations: History and Culture - Varna Archaeological Museum: Home to the famous Varna Gold Treasure, one of the most important prehistoric archaeological discoveries, the museum displays more than 3,000 artifacts, allowing visitors to gain an in-depth understanding of Bulgaria's ancient civilization.  - Roman Thermae: Built at the end of the 2nd century AD, it is the largest Roman bath on the Balkan Peninsula, covering an area of 7,000 square meters, and the fourth largest bath in Europe. The well-preserved walls and colorful mosaics show the grandeur of the past.  - St. Athanasius Church: Built in the 18th century, the church houses an exhibition of icons painted during the Revival period, which are of high artistic value and is one of Varna's important historical landmarks. Natural Scenery - Golden Sands: A famous seaside resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, it is 4 km long, with fine and soft sand, a wide shallow sea area, and a flat seabed. There are also many hotels and rich leisure facilities around.  - Sea Garden: The largest, oldest, and most famous public park in Varna, also known as the "largest landscape park on the Balkan Peninsula." The park has walking paths, beaches, swimming pool facilities, children's playgrounds, and more, as well as stunning sea views. - Aladzha Monastery: Located outside the northeastern suburbs of Varna, it is an amazing Eastern Orthodox cave monastery complex. The caves are carved from the surface of a 25-meter-high karst cliff, and the monastery preserves well-preserved mosaics and some medieval frescoes.  Leisure and Entertainment - Varna Aquarium: Opened in 1932, it focuses on marine life in the Black Sea region, with more than 140 species of fish and marine species from other parts of the world, making it a great place to learn about marine life. - Stoyan Bachvarov Theatre: Designed in the Viennese style, you can enjoy wonderful performances of drama, opera, and more, and experience the local cultural and artistic atmosphere.