Nessebar is a small town located in Burgas District and is often called the "Pearl of the Black Sea". The city was established in ancient times and has many admirable remains, which makes the city quite an attractive destination for tourists from all over the world. The city is very rich in museums and churches, which is another reason why tourists choose Nessebar as a destination worth visiting. However, there is much more to the city than historical monuments and museums. In addition, the small resort can offer dozens of amazing places to enjoy the traditional Bulgarian cuisine, of seafood and great entertainment.
the team of @feel_bulgaria made a list of 5 amazing places that you absolutely must see if you visit this small Bulgarian resort, so that you can really enjoy the mix of historical and modern.
The old mill
The wooden windmill of Nessebar is one of the most emblematic places in the entire city and is also a symbol of Nessebar. The mill was built when Bulgaria was under Ottoman rule and has been perfectly preserved from then to the present day. The interesting wooden structure has 3 floors. The second floor was a living area and the third and last floor was used as a workplace. This is one of the favorite places for locals and tourists alike to spend the afternoon and watch the sunset as the sea view is indescribable and the old wooden windmill just adds to the breathtaking view.
Old Town
The old town of Nessebar is a part of the small town that is connected to the main part by an isthmus (a narrow piece of land connecting two larger areas) and this is the main reason for tourists' interest in the town. The old town of Nessebar is part of the list of UNESCO for world heritage, and also part of the 100 tourist sites in Bulgaria. As you enter the old town, you will be able to see more than 23 churches – some of which come from ancient times, but are very well preserved. You will also be able to see how Bulgarians lived during the Renaissance period, as some streets are exactly as they were a few hundred years ago.
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Christ Pantocrator Church
This adorable one religious The temple was built between the 13th and 14th centuries and is near the entrance to the old town. The church exterior is the most interesting for tourists. The other reason this church is famous is that it currently houses an art gallery that displays works by famous Bulgarian artists.
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Saint Sophia Church
The Church of Hagia Sophia (also known as the Old Bishopric) is also located in the old part of the city and to be precise it is right in the center of the ancient city. The basilica was built between the 5th and 6th centuries and was used as the cathedral for the episcopal diocese whose center was the city of Nessebar.
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The Renaissance houses
In the old town of Nessebar, all the houses are exactly the same as they were during the revival period in Bulgaria. These houses were never renovated, as people tried to preserve the Renaissance style of the settlement. These houses offer an exceptional panoramic view of Black Sea and surrounding bays.
