Bourgas is the fourth largest city in Bulgaria, situated in the south-eastern part of the country. Bourgas is the major sea port in the southern parts of Bulgaria. It is a base for the Black sea and ocean fishing, a town with a modern international airport, universities and numerous cultural institutions.  The city of Bourgas is turning out to be the most vivid and busy centre in the South Black sea coastline and has the biggest port in Bulgaria with well developed industry and flourishing trade relations. The amazing combination of sea, sun and virgin nature make Bourgas a favourite spot for many holiday-makers.

The city of Bourgas has a population of over 200,000 people, and is the second largest city at the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. It is also the fourth largest city in the country, following Sofia, Plovdiv and nearby Varna. Bourgas is Located  in the farthest western part of the Bourgas Bay and is approx 400km east of Sofia.
  
Bourgas was formed from the small Roman town of Deultum (later named Develt), founded by Emperor Vespasian as a military colony for veterans. Besides Deultum, the present-day city expands over the area of three other ancient settlements, i.e. Kastiacion, Skafida and Rossokastron. In the Middle Ages a small fortress called Pirgos was erected in the place and was most probably used as a watchtower. It was only in 17tn century that a town named Ahelo-Bourgas grew in the present-day area of the city. This, renamed into Bourgas, had only about 3,000 inhabitants at the time of the Liberation. Soon it became the centre of the Southern Black Sea coast, and a city of well developed industry and trade. A number of oil and chemical works producing more than 30 products were gradually built. Salt and iron are also mined here and traded far beyond the borders of the country. In 1903 the railway station in Bourgas started functioning as well, giving an additional boost to the city's expansion.

Things to see in Bourgas,

Central Square 'Trojkata',  One of the most touristic spots in Burgas, the fountain at Troykata Square.

The Bourgas District Museum of History ,  is a well mentioned attraction with good reason.  The museum houses an archaeological hall with a good collection of items dating back to the old colonies along the Black Sea coast.

The Ethnographic Museum is also of particular appeal to foreigners for its exhibitions of masks of koukeri, traditional costumes, ritual accessories, fabrics and embroidery. The museum is hosted in a house built in 1873 and later declared a cultural monument.

The Museum of Nature and Science is another place of interest to visitors of the city. It contains more than 1,200 exhibits of insects and reptiles and more than 140 species of fish, plants growing in the district of Strandzha, protected and endemic species.

The Art Gallery , established in 1945 with halls exhibiting foreign and of Bulgarian artists' works, and icons painted by renowned Renaissance artists.

Notable religeous buildings include the St. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral , which raises near the marketplace. The cathedral is interesting for its marvelous frescos and wooden altar.

Another impressive sight of Bourgas is the Armenian Church located close to Bulgaria Hotel. It was built in 1855 by the local Armenian minority supported by Bulgarians.

Also the philharmonic hall, opera house and a puppet theater are hosted in beautiful buildings and function during the entire season.

Away from the busy centre of the city, the shady Sea Garden is a lovely place to stroll in hot summer days. The park is situated on a hill next to the coast, and is rich in flowers, trees and sculptures. Within the park there is a casino, a small zoo and an open-air theatre, which houses the annual International Folklore Festival, and where participants in the Golden Orpheus Pop-Festival perform. A beautiful forked staircase in verdure leads from the park down to the central beach of the city. The sand is a mixture of various alloys of magnetite, which is the reason for its dark colour.

Food in Bourgas , The city is full of restaurants, pubs, beer-houses, taverns, and refreshment stalls and groceries. The most famous restaurants are National, Staryat Pristan, Starata Gemiya, Bourgaska Sreshta, as well as hotel in house restaurants. Most of the high-class restaurants have live music, while some offer show programmes, too. Food in the city is generally cheap, especially in the suburbs or at marketplaces.
  
Transport in bourgas, The Bourgas Airport operates regular flights to Sofia every day. During the summer season, there are up to 7 flights daily in both directions. Flying time to the capital city is about 40min. The airport is an international one and sees increased traffic, including charter flights, during the summer and can become very busy as it struggles to cope with tourist numbers especially in the departure lounge. The Bourgas railway station has connections to all parts of the country. The express train to Sofia travels less than 6.30 hours. The city's central bus station is located next to the railway station. Buses to the country's largest cities, including Sofia start from there. There are also a lot of private carriers that offer transport to towns and resorts to the north and south of Bourgas along the coast. There is regular city transport - buses, trolley-buses and route taxis.

Weather in Bourgas

Like most of the black sea coastal resorts, Bourgas enjoys many hours of sunshine from May to October and the temperatures during this time are above typical of a mediterranean climate. Temperatures peak in August and decline towards october.

Rental Properties: There are a number of rental propertys in Bourgas as well as a number of well established Hotels. The private apartments and villas are of a very good standard and offer a great balance between comfort and cost