Sozopol Holidays 2012 – Culture combined with beautiful scenery
The magnificent ancient town of Sozopol lies about 30 km south of Bourgas. Its rich cultural and historical heritage has in recent years attracted the attention of tourists and international celebrities paying regular visits to the town's many attractions and sights. The annual Apolonia Art Festival held every September put Sozopol on the world map and in the international media spotlight. Sozopol is set on a rocky peninsula which is connected to the mainland by a long narrow strip of land. The scenery of this region is enriched by green mountains and rugged coast, adding to its dramatic feel. Holidays in Sozopol provide you with some amazing picture opportunities as the countryside surrounding the town is simply breathtaking! If you are looking to combine beach life with great culture on your stay in Bulgaria, then Sozopol holidays are definitely for you.
Last minute holidays in Sozopol - Busy town beaches and variety of good hotels
Beaches around Sozopol consist of some small secluded sandy coves with crystal clear waves of the Black Sea gently splashing against the shore. There are two main public beaches on your Sozopol holidays - the Central beach and the Harmani beach. They are extremely popular with the locals as well as international sun worshippers and swimmers. Being full of cafes, beach bars, restaurants and splendid nightlife, they attract plenty of crowd day and night, especially in summer months. For a bit of peace and quiet, the nearby secluded Gold Fish beach is ideal especially for keen windsurfers. Accommodation on your Sozopol holidays can be either in small privately-owned guest houses or large hotels built to international standards. They vary from three stars to four stars and provide comfortable and affordable facilities - indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa facilities, sports and entertainment facilities as well as children's playgronds and babysitting so families with younger children can equally enjoy their holidays in Sozopol.
All inclusive cheap holidays in Sozopol 2012 – Great for exploring
Stroll along the narrow cobbled streets of the old town and take in all that wonderful architecture and atmosphere - the wooden 19th century houses, greek orthodox and byzantine churches, art galleries and souvenir shops selling local craft. Mingle with the friendly and hospitable locals or enjoy lunch in a traditional Bulgarian restaurant. For seafood lovers the sleepy town harbour is not to be missed, with restaurants proudly displaying the fresh daily catch, local mussels being their speciality. Sozopol is great for city breaks as well as for package holidays. Cheap holidays in Sozopol will surprise you with the amount of activities and local excursions on offer. Visit the upmarket Duni beach or hop on a local bus for a shopping trip to the city of Bourgas. Alternatively, a boat trip to Nessebar or Varna is a great day excursion too.