Burgas

Burgas is the second largest port on the Black Sea coast and is situated in the western part of Burgas Bay, 390 km east of Sofia. The city is located at an altitude of only 17 meters, between three lakes: Burgas, Mandrensko, and Atanassovsko. It is a major administrative, cultural and business centre, transport junction, one of Bulgaria's most dynamically developing cities, and the fourth largest city in terms of population.

Burgas has a typical cosmopolitan seaport atmosphere with warm sunshine summers, golden beaches, sea gardens, fine restaurants and cafes and cultural events throughout the year.

Places to visit:
> the Etnographic Museum;
> the Art Gallery, housed in what used to be a synagogue;
> the Archeological and Historical Museums;
> the Armenian Church; and
> the Church of St. Cyril and Metodii.

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