Sozopol is now one of Bulgaria's most popular resorts, with medieval churches and wide sandy beaches. But it is that embracing harbour that first brought travelling ancient Greeks to Sozopol more ...

Petrich, April 5 (BTA/GNA) – Rescue excavations have begun at the ancient city of Heraclea Sintica, Southwestern Bulgaria, Prof. Lyudmil Vagalinski, who leads the project, told BTA.

The ancient seaside city of Sozopol is an enticing alternative to Greece. Bulgaria's Black Sea paradise attracts fewer Brits - and is more budget-friendly.

Archaeologists in Bulgaria made an unexpected discovery in an ancient Roman sewer last week: A well-preserved marble statue, taller than a man.