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 Nessebar is one of the most ancient towns in Europe, arising at the end of the Bronze
Age (more than 3200 years ago). The ancient town is situated on a small peninsula,
linked with the mainland with a narrow isthmus.
Ancient Thracian people called it Mesambria. At the end of 6th century BC the town was conquered by Greek colonizers of Dorian origins. In the beginning of 1st century it was included permanently in the limits of Roman Empire. In 812 the Bulgarian khan Krum conquered it after fortnight siege and Slaves and Bulgarians settled here. More on this subject:  Visit Nessebar  Excursions  From the epoch of the Bulgarian Renaissance in Nessebar remained many typical
houses, windmills, a public bath and fountains for drinking water.
Because of its unique natural situation and well preserved monuments from different ages the old town of Nessebar was included in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage. Many churches were build
and wall-painted. Some of them, like “St. Stephen” (11th century) and “The Christ Pantokrator” (13th century), can be still visited. Conference place:
Nessebar, district of Bourgas  |
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