The area's largest city with millennial history and developed tourism. It is the third largest city in the country and the largest one along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Because of its history, geographical and economic features, the city has earned its nickname: the Maritime Capital of Bulgaria. It is one of the most charming Bulgarian places with rich history and numerous architectural monuments, cradle of the earliest European civilization. In Varna you can see the authentic artifacts of the most ancient gold treasure in the world, dating as far back as 4400 - 4200 BC. The city offers a myriad of cultural events including folklore, music, ballet, opera and theatre, cinema and animation presentations, photography and open-air exhibitions.