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Attractions in Pomorie
Attractions in Pomorie
Pomorie is a small Black Sea town in southeastern Bulgaria, located on a narrow peninsula jutting into the sea. It is about 20 km from Burgas and is known for its ancient history, cultural landmarks, and the healing properties of the mud from Pomorie Lake.
The town is a popular tourist destination with beautiful beaches, a rich history (founded in the 6th century BCE), and traditions in winemaking. Notable attractions include the Ancient Dome Tomb, the Salt Museum, and the St. George Monastery. Pomorie is also famous for its spa and wellness services, drawing visitors year-round.
Historical Museum
The History Museum is housed in a beautiful old building that was once home to a Greek girls' school. Interesting exhibitions present the different periods, traditions, shipping of Pomorie.
Monastery "St. George the Victorious"
Monastery "St. George the Victorious has a long history and like most Bulgarian monasteries was built on the site of an older sanctuary and repeatedly destroyed. Rebuilt in the 17th century, you can learn more about its interesting history and the healing fountain with the bas-relief of St. George. It preserves valuable examples of iconographic art and is the only Black Sea monastery for men in operation.
Tradition has it that a temple or monastery dedicated to the great martyr St. George existed as early as the 7th century. To this day, a solemn solemn liturgy and pilgrimage is celebrated every year on May 6. Pomorie Monastery "St. George" is one of the most revered monasteries in Eastern Bulgaria.
Salt museum
The Salt Museum in Pomorie is one of the 100 national sites in Bulgaria. The Salt Museum in Pomorie is the only specialized museum in Bulgaria and in Eastern Europe for salt production by solar evaporation of sea water. The saltworks in Pomorie have existed since the 5th century BC. In the past, salt had the value of gold.
The museum presents the ancient Anchial technology of sea salt production.
Visitors can see "live" salt production in an ancient way preserved to this day in the Saltworks Museum and feel the authentic atmosphere of the past.
Pomorie Lake
Pomorie Salt Lake is located north of Pomorie. It is a natural hypersaline lagoon and home to protected plants and animals The area of Pomorie Salt Lake is about 8km2. The lake is located in the path of one of the great aerial highways of migratory birds from all over Europe - Via Pontica, the second largest in Europe migration route of birds. During the different seasons, more than 270 bird species can be observed from the Pomorie Lake Visitor Centre, including globally threatened species from the Red Data Book of Bulgaria.
The Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary stands in the centre of the town. Surrounded by beautiful alleys and landscaping, today it continues to be a focus of faith, and the surrounding area - a favorite place for a stroll for Pomorians and guests of the town.
Thracian tomb "Heron"
The Ancient Dome Tomb of Heroon is from the Roman era 2-4 c.AD. It is a monument of culture with an impressive construction, which intertwines Roman and Thracian building traditions The Thracian cult building is located under a mound in the locality "Paleokastro" in the necropolis of the Roman town of Anchialos 1 km from the modern town of Pomorie. Herion is a temple dedicated to a deified Thracian ruler after his death.
City Art Gallery "Dechko Stoev"
The Dechko Stoev City Art Gallery is the scene of exhibitions that every connoisseur deserves to see. It is housed in a two-storey building over 100 years old, renovated and opened in 2016. A place for culture and valuable events.
The Church of the Transfiguration
The Church of the Transfiguration (1765) is the oldest building in the city that survived the burning of Anchialos over the years. Its stone walls were built with materials from the walls of the medieval town. It is part of the architectural ensemble "Old Pomorie Houses", declared a monument of culture. Today they are private homes, but the atmosphere they keep together brings the spirit of Anchialos hospitality. The stone streets and stately buildings still tell stories of Black Sea foundations.
