The village lies 6 km south of Ahtopol. It features two beautiful beaches -
one to the north, representing a pretty wide strip of sand bordering the
mouth of the Veleka river from one shore to the other and another one to
the south stretching between jutty rocks. The former is less populated due
to its hard access via a dirt road, and is preferred by young liberal
people, nudists and those in search of solitude. The south one in turn is
rather crowded during the peak season for it is easy accessible by car and
tourist-friendliness for two large pubs where from one can buy fast food
and refreshments.
Before the fall of communism in 1989, the village was a part of the
restricted border area due to its proximity to the Bulgarian-Turkish border
and access was not allowed to outsiders. Since the abolishment of
restrictions, its beautiful and intact nature has appealed to wealthy
people, who have rushed to buy land and build luxurious villas there.
Gradually, the village has grown into modern medium-class resort with its
average price level of accommodation and outdoor food being higher than
e.g. in the neighbouring villages of Ahtopol or Rezovo. Yet one can still
see few traditional dilapidated houses of local people, which stand
awkwardly against the imposing villas of newcomers..
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