After breakfast we enjoy a panoramic guided a half day tour by coach around Varna. The city is like an amphitheater and follows the curves of the Bay of Varna.
In 585 BC Greek colonists founded this town. Nowadays Varna is a big cultural and tourist center. The Hole Mother Cathedral, built in 1886 is the emblem of a seaside capital of Bulgaria. Its architecture is very similar to the manner of Petersburg architecture. Another remarkable place to see is the Sea Garden park which constitutes of an amphitheater; astronomic site with observatory, planetarium and a tower, many playgrounds for kids and a pool for water wheels and a zoo.
We also drive to the longest and the most panoramic bridge in Bulgaria – Asparouh Bridge.
Now it’s time to drive just 14 km from Varna toward the picturesque Aladja Monastery and the natural phenomenon Stone Forest.
Aladja Monastery is one of a few preserved rock monasteries in Bulgaria dating from the early Middle Ages and conforming to the hesychastic idea of silence, asceticism and moral perfection. Monastic cells and a small church have been dug into a sheer rock. Differently colored 13th-14th century frescoes are still discernible on its walls.
Another 18 km and we are surrounded by a mystic Stone forest - natural stone pillars – some reaching 6 meters high. Several rows of columns create the impression that each is made up of two cones balancing on their sharp points. Just imagine the “stone forest” was formed some 50 million years ago!
Our wonderful excursion ends with a visit to an old cozy wine- cellar, where high quality Bulgarian wines are tasted, served with light snacks.
Coming back to our hotel we can relax on the beach or perhaps to immerse ourselves in a resort’s lively atmosphere, the best bars and clubs ever!
In 585 BC Greek colonists founded this town. Nowadays Varna is a big cultural and tourist center. The Hole Mother Cathedral, built in 1886 is the emblem of a seaside capital of Bulgaria. Its architecture is very similar to the manner of Petersburg architecture. Another remarkable place to see is the Sea Garden park which constitutes of an amphitheater; astronomic site with observatory, planetarium and a tower, many playgrounds for kids and a pool for water wheels and a zoo.
We also drive to the longest and the most panoramic bridge in Bulgaria – Asparouh Bridge.
Now it’s time to drive just 14 km from Varna toward the picturesque Aladja Monastery and the natural phenomenon Stone Forest.
Aladja Monastery is one of a few preserved rock monasteries in Bulgaria dating from the early Middle Ages and conforming to the hesychastic idea of silence, asceticism and moral perfection. Monastic cells and a small church have been dug into a sheer rock. Differently colored 13th-14th century frescoes are still discernible on its walls.
Another 18 km and we are surrounded by a mystic Stone forest - natural stone pillars – some reaching 6 meters high. Several rows of columns create the impression that each is made up of two cones balancing on their sharp points. Just imagine the “stone forest” was formed some 50 million years ago!Our wonderful excursion ends with a visit to an old cozy wine- cellar, where high quality Bulgarian wines are tasted, served with light snacks.
Coming back to our hotel we can relax on the beach or perhaps to immerse ourselves in a resort’s lively atmosphere, the best bars and clubs ever!
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