Nessebar is one
of those destinations that feels like the complete package. Luxurious
hotels and villas are complimented by a vibrant local life and
fascinating Old Town. And we haven't even started on the the resort's coastline, which
is among the best and most charismatic in Bulgaria.
If there's one
thing Nessebar is known for, however, it's history. The town contains
a great many links to the past and it's well worth exploring these
during your time here. Take a look at our some of our favourites below.
The Church of
Saint Sofia
Located in Old
Mitropolia, this place of worship was once the centre of an ancient
city. A three-naved unvaulted basilica, it is an architectural
beauty. The building's role and appearance has changed on many
occasions throughout history, and a visit allows you to explore its
beautiful intricate passageways through time as well as space.
The Old
Windmill
A link to a time
where things were simpler and the world hadn't heard of Facebook.
Venture to The Old Windmill on the passageway between New Nessebar and Old Nessebar. This well-preserved eastern Europe-style windmill,
which is considered a symbol of the town, was constructed is a rather rough, basic style. The design is meant to harness the sometimes fierce power of the
wind at the Black Sea coast, and transfer the wind power down to the
milling area inside the windmill. A fascinating visit indeed.
The Old Town
Thanks to
Nessebar's location, the Greeks, Romans and countless other societies
have had an impact on its history. This is evident from a stroll
through the streets of the Old Town, which contains authentic
medieval streets that have been constructed at varying points in the
resort's history. This district also contains a plethora of churches
- Nessebar once boasted the highest concentration of holy buildings
in Bulgaria.
Fortress Walls
Great blocks of
stone, and a well-preserved gate. This is all that remains of the old
fortress that guarded the medieval Nessebar. Walk around these
fantastic structures and imagine how hard it would have been to put a
battering ram through them in times of old.
