Tsarevo

Tsarevo lies in southeastern Bulgaria, where the Strandzha mountain descends to the sea. It's the first port on Bulgaria's southern coast - declared international in 1995 - and its setting on three small peninsulas and four bays gives it a uniquely jagged, scenic profile.

Within easy reach are five distinct beaches, ranging from the city-central Tsarevo Beach to wilder coves like Arapya and Oasis. The surrounding nature - protected wild beaches and dense pine forests - makes the area as appealing for hiking and exploring as for swimming.