Aladzha Monastery, the most famous medieval cave monastery on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, is located in "Golden sands" Nature Park. It was inhabited by hermit monks in the 13th and 14th centuries.
Pobiti kamani (The Stone Forest) is a natural phenomenon 18 km west of Varna. The sight still fascinates the Scholars, as numerous theories fail to offer a satisfactory explanation for its formation.
The Euxinograd Residence is located at a distance of 8 kilometers north of Varna and lies on a 3-kilometer coastline in close proximity to the resort of Sts. Constantine and Helena. The complex used to be a royal summer residence for the monarchs who ruled Bulgaria after the liberation of the country from the Ottoman Dominion (1878) - Alexander Battenberg, Ferdinand and Boris the 3rd.
The Sea Garden of Varna is one of Varna landmarks. Stretching over 850 decares along the seaside, it is a favourite place of citizens and guests of city. It is the perfect place for a long refreshing walk, sport or sightseeing.
Varna offers a wide variety of attractions and entertainment for the curious, the adventurous, and the active-minded throughout all seasons. The city combines fun, movement, and discovery, turning every visit into a fulfilling experience for both young and old.
The parks and gardens of Varna combine the sea, greenery and tranquillity. They are favourite places for walks, relaxation and social gatherings, where the city breathes in harmony with nature.
If you ever wanted to go amidst nature may be these walking trails will be perfect for your needs. Not far from Varna, in a nature park, you will find a gateway packed with beautiful sceneries.
Varna offers a variety of cycling routes – from short trails around the Aladzha Monastery to panoramic routes to Kranevo and scenic paths near Vinitsa and Vladislavovo, suitable for both beginners and advanced cyclists.
