Varna is the third largest city in Bulgaria covering an area of 205 m2. The city is located in the northern Black Sea Coast.
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According to the early written records, Odessos (nowadays Varna) was founded by migrants from the Asia Minor town of Miletus in the second quarter of 6th century BC. This was the period of the so-called Great Greek Colonization. The name of the town, Odessos, means a "settlement on water", "Watery" and it is not a Greek name but of an earlier linguistic origin which suggests the presence of an older village on the same territory.
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Varna is one of the biggest industrial, transport, business and culture centers in the Black Sea Region. It is also one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe. The geographical position of the city makes it serve as a bridge between Europe and Asia, Russia, Ukraine, etc.
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According to a special survey conducted in 2007, our sea capital is the best city to live in Bulgaria. The survey included 35 of the biggest towns in the country rated in terms of quality of living.
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