I didn’t know this before I arrived, but cute little Nessebar is home to over 40 churches! There are more churches per capita here than any where else in the world! And they are beautiful and unique. Here are 5 churches of Old Nessebar that I think warrant a closer look. Christ Pantocrator Church Built …
Often referred to as the Pearl of the Black Sea, Old Nessebar is an incredibly beautiful and historic town situated in the Burgas Province of Bulgaria. The biggest reason for my visit to this area of Bulgaria in fact, was to see this remarkable ancient city. Brief History Originally a Thracian settlement, Nessebar was overtaken …
From prior research before arriving in the city, I knew I would be seeing Roman ruins here. I was surprised at just how much visible history there is to see. In fact, in addition to the theatre and stadium, I have been able to explore the largest Roman forum in Bulgaria. The Forum Currently, this …
When I read that there was a cemetery on Brac and saw the pictures, I knew this was one I had to visit. The most famous modern sculptor in Croatia was Ivan Rendic, and he is buried here. The St Nicholas Cemetery on Brac has some unique buildings and beautiful art. Ivan Rendic Ivan was …
I saw the coolest things today! A lover of all things ancient, I cannot but help marvel at the human being, 2000 thousand years ago. What they created is nothing short of spectacular. And to think those things are still around for me to explore today, well that is even more magnificent. Salona, a visit …