A Brief Guide To Varna - Bulgaria
Considered as the marine or summer capital of Bulgaria because it is facing the Black Sea, Varna is Bulgaria's third largest town with over half a million inhabitants.
It is not just Bulgaria's most important seaport; it is also the favorite holiday destination by the Bulgarian elites, and now, by the many travelers of its neighboring nations.
History of Varna According to history, Varna was first inhabited by the Thracian tribe called Corbisi, which settled in a fishing village along the coast.
During the 6th century BC, it was called Odessos, when it became a Greek city.
From then on, it became a fishing and farming village which grew into a commercial center.
When Alexander of Macedonia tried to conquer the town during the 4th century, it failed to become its subject but was instead given independence.
It became a Roman center when the legions of Mark Lukulus conquered it, but it lost its supremacy.
By 9th century the town was called Varna.
When King Kaloyan reigned, it became a part of the history of Bulgaria.
For some time, it carried the name Stalin.
But in 1956, its name became Varna once again.
Things to do in Varna Because it is adjacent to the Black Sea, there are several aquariums for fish lovers in Varna.
The Dolphinarium has great shows of dolphins performing circus tricks which are fun for the whole family.
The Aquarium and the Black Sea Museum also shows the aquatic flora and fauna that can be seen only below the Black Sea.
The National Maritime Museum is for those who want to know about the history of Bulgarian navy.
It has a wide collection of different military equipments and machinery, including helicopters, displayed at the exhibition hall and the park.
The highlight of the exhibition is the torpedo boat called Drazki, which is popular during the First Balkan War in the early 20th century.
For those want to see the wonderful architectures that speak of the past and present religious history of the city, there is the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin and the Dormition of the Theotokus Cathedral.
Museum buffs will also have a great time at the Varna Archaeological Museum at the northern region of the center of the city.
It has the 6000 years old Chalcholitic gold artifact, clay artifacts and an exhibit of Roman Funerary sculpture.
The Roman spa, built in the second century, is still standing as an ancient ruin and is one of the best attractions, along with the Petrified Forest, which is just few kilometers away from the center of the city.
The Petrified Forest has limestone columns that looks like petrified trees.
It is not just Bulgaria's most important seaport; it is also the favorite holiday destination by the Bulgarian elites, and now, by the many travelers of its neighboring nations.
History of Varna According to history, Varna was first inhabited by the Thracian tribe called Corbisi, which settled in a fishing village along the coast.
During the 6th century BC, it was called Odessos, when it became a Greek city.
From then on, it became a fishing and farming village which grew into a commercial center.
When Alexander of Macedonia tried to conquer the town during the 4th century, it failed to become its subject but was instead given independence.
It became a Roman center when the legions of Mark Lukulus conquered it, but it lost its supremacy.
By 9th century the town was called Varna.
When King Kaloyan reigned, it became a part of the history of Bulgaria.
For some time, it carried the name Stalin.
But in 1956, its name became Varna once again.
Things to do in Varna Because it is adjacent to the Black Sea, there are several aquariums for fish lovers in Varna.
The Dolphinarium has great shows of dolphins performing circus tricks which are fun for the whole family.
The Aquarium and the Black Sea Museum also shows the aquatic flora and fauna that can be seen only below the Black Sea.
The National Maritime Museum is for those who want to know about the history of Bulgarian navy.
It has a wide collection of different military equipments and machinery, including helicopters, displayed at the exhibition hall and the park.
The highlight of the exhibition is the torpedo boat called Drazki, which is popular during the First Balkan War in the early 20th century.
For those want to see the wonderful architectures that speak of the past and present religious history of the city, there is the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin and the Dormition of the Theotokus Cathedral.
Museum buffs will also have a great time at the Varna Archaeological Museum at the northern region of the center of the city.
It has the 6000 years old Chalcholitic gold artifact, clay artifacts and an exhibit of Roman Funerary sculpture.
The Roman spa, built in the second century, is still standing as an ancient ruin and is one of the best attractions, along with the Petrified Forest, which is just few kilometers away from the center of the city.
The Petrified Forest has limestone columns that looks like petrified trees.
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