Irakli beach is situated 4 kilometres from the village of Banya, hidden between the Black Sea resorts of Obzor (to the north) and Nessebar (to the south). Irakli is one of the most beautiful, wild beaches on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, where you can find an unspoilt sandy beach, clean water and beautiful rocks.
Close to Irakli beach there was an ancient village with the same name. This was inhabited in ancient times by Greek settlers who later left Irakli and settled with the Bulgarians in Obzor. Irakli has not yet been included in the 'Natura 2000' scheme, despite local and international expectations. There have been protests by nature-loving Bulgarians who are demanding that the reserve be added to the list of protected areas.
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Nessebar
Nessebar is located on a small peninsula on the Black Sea coast, and is linked to the land by a long, narrow isthmus. The village has existed for more than 9,000 years. It started as a fortified Thracian settlement, although it has been occupied by both the Greeks and Romans.
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Obzor
At a point roughly midway between Burgas and Varna, the E‑87 highway emerges from the hilly wooded terrain into a brief open coastal stretch around Obzor. Despite the town's convenient location and six‑kilometre long sandy beach (the largest between Golden Sands and Sunny Beach),
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The Black Sea Coast
The Bulgarian coast (otherwise known as the Bulgarian Riviera) is washed by the calm waters of the Black Sea. There are 380 kilometres of marvellous beaches. The sea is calm and safe, with clear water. Here you will find healthy, clean air, fine golden sand and natural dunes, mineral
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Tourist Information
Bulgaria is a small country situated in south‑Eastern Europe. Bulgaria occupies the central part of the Balkan Peninsula on both sides of the Balkan mountain range. To the north, Bulgaria shares a border with Romania. The largest part of this border runs along the River Danube. To
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