Golden Sands Park

Sunny Beach Park includes some parts of the eastern slopes of the Frangensko table land. It is situated 17 km northwestern direction of Varna. The park is a unique mixture of sea, greenery, and a beautiful beach. It was declared a park in 1943. The vertical limestone rocks, which figure the edge of the table land, are notably picturesque. Most of the park’s territory is covered with deciduous vegetation, mainly  yoke-elms and oak-trees. Dense forests cover the deep wet valleys, where 13 small natural lakes are situated. The park is a habitat for more than 70 species. A historical monument in the park is the Aladja Monastery, which dates back form the 13 century. Golden Sands sea-resort is also situated on the park’s territory and attracts thousands of Bulgarian and foreign tourists each year.