Nessebar: Explore the Pearl of the Black Sea
Known as Melsambria by the ancient Thracians, Nessebar, Bulgaria is a city at a crossroads of culture. The peninsular town of the Black Sea paved the way for evolution of trade and money. Listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983, Old Town Nessebar is known as the cultural treasury of Bulgaria, with its museum town, archaeological structures, and architectural reserves.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to experience the rich history of the ancient city of Nessebar, Bulgaria is during the annual Nessebar Ornaments and Fineries Festival in June. Although, June to September is considered the high season, August 15 is an important day that you shouldn’t miss as Nessebar commemorates The Day of Nessebar celebrations. Near the end of summer, you can look forward to the Autumn Passages Festival for Fish and Arts to experience the local culture and the city’s sumptuous cuisine.Winter is the ideal time for music lovers to experience the music of Mozart, Bach, and Vivaldi at the three-day Mesembria Orphica Festival.
What to Do & Area Attractions
A visit in Nessebar, Bulgaria is never complete with a tour of its Byzantine and Bulgarian churches. Start with the Church of St. Sofia, also known as the Old Metropolitan Church, followed by the Church of Virgin Eleusa, and the Church of St. Stephen. Schedule the next day with a trip to the countryside for wine tasting at the Pomorie Wine Cellar. For an exciting trip, you can plan a one-day tour to Aqua Paradise – the largest aquapark in Bulgaria. During your stay, Nessebar, Bulgaria hotels, such as the stunning Sol Marina Palace, or the Marieta Palace or the Sol Nessebar Bay-All Inclusive will surely offer you comfort after a day of church hopping and cultural walks.