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Apart from being a beach resort, Varna rivals the great cities of Sofia and Plovdiv, in its offering of cultural attractions and historical buildings, museums and art galleries. It also provides access to some of the quieter scenic spots along the coast, including the nature reserve of Kamchiya, the royal palace of Balchik and the hill side monastery of Aladzha.

Varna was an important port and trading centre from ancient times - attracting a truly cosmopolitan population of…