Quick Facts about the Municipality of Varna,

Location – North East Bulgaria, Sea Port

Surrounding areas – Aksakovo, Avren, Beloslav, Byala, Devnya, Dolni chiflik, Dulgopol, Provadia, Suvorovo, Varna, Vetrino,
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Nearest cities - Burgas - 120 minutes, Dobrich – 35 minutes, Balchik – 20 minutes

The city of Varna is the third largest city in Bulgaria with its population of 314,539 people. It is widely called the seaside capital of Bulgaria as it is the biggest city at the Bulgarian coast. The city lies in the Bay of Varna, nestled in a deep valley between the Frengen Plareau and the Avren Plateau. Varna is over 110 km long, while its width, including newly erected residential quarters, is nearly 9km. The city's structure resembles an amphitheatre as it follows the curves of the Bay of Varna. The town is surrounded by gardens, vineyards and groves.

Varna Climate

The Maritime climate along the coast is characterised by warm, sunny days from May to October with mid-summer air temperatures averaging 83°F (28°C) and sea temperatures ranging from 73-77°F (23-25°C). The wettest months are June, October and December.

Varna - Local Interests

Golf – Three world-class golf courses are within a 25-minute drive of Varna. Black Sea Rama, a championship course, that has been designed by Gary Player (expected to open May 07) and The Lighthouse Resort (opening December 07) and the Thracian Cliffs at Kavarna, with 5 star facilities (planned to open in 2007-8) again designed by Gary Player.