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Kamen Bryag

Kamen Bryag

Kamen Bryag is a settlement in northern Bulgaria, located in the municipality of Kavarna in the Dobrich region. It lies 72 kilometers south of Dobrich, 20 kilometers north of Kavarna, 31 kilometers north of Balchik, and 83 kilometers north of Varna. The settlement is exclusively populated by ethnic Bulgarians, descendants of Balkan Mountains (Kotel and Elena areas) and Southern Romania immigrants. A compact community of ethnic Bulgarians from Northern Dobruja relocated to Kamen Bryag as a consequence of the Craiova Treaty. Since the early 2000s, the town has become a popular summer vacation destination.

Kamen bryag is one of the few sites along Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast that has retained a degree of authenticity. Due to the rocky shoreline and the rather difficult access to the sea, mass tourism has not yet made its way here. The settlement of Kamen bryag is modest and devoid of the massive concrete tourist complexes that have damaged the appearance of the majority of southern locations. During the summer months, the majority (but not exclusively) of visitors are young people looking for a place to enjoy the sea without having to listen to chalga (unless you have just discovered Bulgaria, you probably already know what it is – a popular music that mixes oriental sounds and rhythms with whatever else fits in and which to a great extent symbolises the cultural decay of the Bulgarian society during the last two decades or so). Evenings (particularly in August when the weather is at its finest) surrounding the village shop may become rather crowded and boisterous, but Kamen bryag is a tranquil location where time seems to slow down little. Naturally, tourism has had an effect on rural life. There are various locations to stay and two places to eat. I’m not sure if any of these work in the off-season.

The settlement is just a few hundred yards from the sea. There are various access points to the lake, the simplest of which is directly east of the last residences. Continue straight and slightly to the left until you come to a mound of stones (this is the so-called Internal fire). You’ll see a tiny route that descends sharply to the left. It will take you to Babinya plazh (Grannies’ beach), which is the simplest area to enter the sea. Nonetheless, it demands you to down a steep slope, and I would not recommend it to anybody who has difficulty maintaining a healthy balance. By the way, keep an eye out for falling rocks. The cliffs above that location are not very stable. Additionally, keep an eye out as you go along the beach up to the plateau. Avoid getting too near to the rocks’ edge. From up there, it’s frequently difficult to notice, but from the water level, it’s evident that numerous massive rocks are loosely linked and might collapse at any minute.

Another location where you may get water is to the village’s south. The explanation of how to locate it will be too lengthy and convoluted, so I propose that you take the route south of the town and follow the beach until you reach the location. It is several hundred metres from the previous structure.

Yailata – a very lovely historical location 1.5 kilometers south of Kamen bryag – is one destination near to the town of Kamen bryag that you should not miss.

Although the town is tiny, residents have access to a variety of amenities and services, including a mayoralty, a community center with a library, an Orthodox church, grocery stores, guest rooms, restaurants, and bars. All homes inside the village’s boundaries are provided with both water and electricity. Kamen Bryag provides all forms of contemporary communication to its residents, including coverage by all mobile carriers, internet, satellite television, and a digital telephone exchange. The roads are well-maintained. Regular bus service links the settlement to Kavarna’s municipal center.

In July 2007, the town erected an information center to educate travelers about the Yaylata archaeological site and other local monuments.

The indigenous people are famed for their home-made wine and brandy. Due to the favorable environment, they have historically been involved in agricultural and vine cultivation.

How To Travel To Kamen Bryag

By bus

If you are going from Sofia, you may take an interstate bus. There are two direct buses to Kavarna departing from Sofia’s Central Bus Station in the morning and evening, run by Etap-Adress, as well as a number of buses to Varna.

If you are going from Kavarna, all you need to do is take the bus (van) to Kamen Bryag from the bus station, which departs at 07:05 and 15:45. If you are going from Varna, you must first take a bus to Kavarna from Varna’s Central Bus Station. Direct transportation is offered on an hourly basis.

By car

If you are traveling from Varna, continue on the E72 motorway and take the Kavarna exit. At the town’s finish, take the right exit towards Balgarevo and Russalka. If you are traveling to Varna from Constanta, Romania, stay on the E72 route and take the Shabla lighthouse and Tiulenovo exit. Kavarna, Balgarevo, and Shabla all have gas stations.

How To Travel Around Kamen Bryag

Kamen Bryag is a small settlement, and public transportation is limited to the larger town of Kavarna, which is located 18 kilometers away.

Walking is a lovely method to reach the beaches, which are approximately 15-20 minutes from the town center.

Cycling is another viable alternative. By bicycle, you can easily reach the adjacent towns of Tiulenovo (5 kilometers), Sveti Nikola (5 kilometers), and the summer resort of Russalka (8 km).

Sights & Landmarks In Kamen Bryag

Kamen Bryag is a resort village, and as such, it allows tourists to fully appreciate the area’s distinctive natural beauty. Despite its popularity as a tourist attraction, the hamlet is neither loud nor overcrowded. It is often visited by travelers seeking serenity, tranquility, and unspoiled nature. There are no large vacation complexes, luxury hotels, or boisterous discotheques in Kamen Bryag, yet the picturesque, mysterious rocky shore often resonates with the soothing sounds of young campers playing guitars. Serenity, tranquillity, a unique environment, and crystal pure air are just some of the reasons why travelers return year after year. Some of those who experienced the enchantment of this location would purchase land in the hamlet, intending to live there permanently.

If you are obsessed with fishing, scuba diving, or bird watching, or if you are interested in archaeology or bio-energy phenomena, a day at Kamen Bryag may seem very brief. In the isolation of the rocky shore and sheer rock formations, visitors may either enjoy the sun’s caresses and fishing or take on extreme activities like as climbing, diving, and paragliding.

  • Yaylata is located around 2 kilometers from the town of Kamen Bryag. Over the last seven thousand years, it has been inhabited by Thracians, Romans, Greeks, Slavs, and Proto-Bulgarians. The ancient shrines discovered there attest to the worship of several pagan divinities. Additionally, an ancient Thracian necropolis with two-chamber graves dating to the second century was uncovered there. There are around 100 cave houses in the vicinity. According to numerous ideas, the Sarmatians occupied this region many millennia ago. According to tradition, Lysimachus, Alexander the Great’s deputy, hid a tremendous wealth among the rocks. Yaylata is home to about 50 different bird species (such as: Cormorant, Hoopoe, Kentish Plover, European Roller, Eurasian Eagle-owl). The Via Pontica, one of the primary bird migratory routes, passes directly over this unusual location. Additionally, the reserve serves as a natural habitat for 19 uncommon and endangered plants. The reserve’s splendor is fully evident in the spring, when the peonies blossom.
  • Ogancheto („the flame“) location is located 1.5 kilometers from Yaylata, near to the rocks. It is called after a 50-centimeter-tall flame that has been burning incessantly for nearly half a century in a crevice between the rocks as a result of a leak of a naturally flammable gas.
  • Each year on June 3rd, a fair is held. It is being commemorated with a vibrant folklore program including ensembles from all of the area’s communities.
  • Each August, a rock climbing tournament is held.
  • The annual „Wind and Sea“ plain-air competition is conducted in early September. Artists and sculptors from Bulgaria and beyond are invited to participate. The plain-air concludes with an exhibition in the Kavarna art gallery, after which the display will move around Bulgaria.

The most noteworthy event, however, is the July Morning, when people from all across the nation gather to sing the classic hymn „Uriah Heep“ on the first July morning.

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