The City of Burgas is located on the Southern Bulgarian Black Sea Coast. It is a well known Bulgarian tourist destination with beautiful atmosphere and numerous places of interest to enjoy.
It is one of Bulgaria’s busiest cities, so a tourist is guaranteed to find plenty to see and do.
History
Based on the artifacts found within the city, it is known that the area was inhabited ever since the Bronze and Iron ages. Thracians have also been here in times B.C. The name Burgas, however, only first appears in a written document in the year 1306 when a Byzantium poet mentioned it in a poem.
Burgas probably started as an ancient Greek town called Pirgos, which was famous for its watchtower. Pirgos later became a thriving Roman seaport. From the word Pirgos comes the present day name of Burgas.
Site Seeing
The District Museum of History has on display a number of items dating back to the Romans. The Ethnographic Museum offers an exhibition of clothing, accessories, fabrics, and embroidery work from the past.
The Museum of Nature and Science is also a popular attraction. Over 1,300 varieties of insects, fish, reptiles, and plants can be explored there. Endangered species are also part of these displays.
The Art Gallery displays works of art of various Bulgarian artists. One can enjoy the statues and paintings from many eras hanging throughout the gallery.
Burgas also offers a couple of churches. The Methodius Cathedral is a popular one thanks to its marvelous frescos and amazing wooden altar. The Armenian Church, dating back to 1855, is a must to see.
Culturally oriented tourists can visit and enjoy the performances at the Burgas Philharmonic Hall, the Burgas Opera House, the Burgas Drama Theatre, and the Burgas Puppet Theatre.
A short walk from the city centre, can be found Burgas Sea Garden situated on a hill overlooking the Black Sea. One will find plenty of things to see and do there. Popular spots are the casino, the zoo, and the open-air theatre which hosts the annual International Folklore Festival. Go downstairs and you will find yourself on the sandy beaches of the Black Sea.
Accommodation
There are many hotels in Burgas with Hotel Bulgaria, Hotel Aqua and Hotel Prestige being among the most popular. Rates vary greatly depending on the hotel’s location and services.
Hotels, however, are not the only accommodation option and visitors can choose from an array of self catering holiday villas and apartments in Burgas.
Gastronomy
Furthermore, Burgas is known for its great choice of restaurants and cafes where tourists will be served traditional Bulgarian and Turkish cuisine. Meals are generally inexpensive.
Meals are reasonably priced and include an appetizer, entre, and dessert. Drinks are also very affordable.
There are many places specializing in wood grilled pizzas. Live music is always part of the service with guitarists coming right to your table.
Burgas has three different Grolsch establishments (a restaurant based on the popular beer, which by the way is cheap there) so visitors are guaranteed to find one close to their hotel, villa or apartment.
Nightlife
Burgas just like the rest of the Bulgarian summer destinations offers interesting night life. A great number of bars, clubs and discos are open until the early morning hours which make the city an excellent place for fun-loving tourists and residents.
Besides the numerous discos, tourists will find spots where karaoke, live music, and DJ spun dance music reign. If you love singing, then go to Karaoke or Spasso. There you will find a great variety of song choices and a good time is guaranteed. Live music can be found at Party Club. Otherwise, many dance clubs bring in a different DJ to spin some of today’s best dance hits. Among the most popular venues are Alibi, Jim Beam, Roxy Club, Silver Club, Shock, Cool Brother, and Excess. All of them are open nightly and usually attract lots of young people.
