Poda Protected Area (Burgas Lakes)
Защитена местност „Пода“
The most convenient wetland for birdwatching among the Burgas Lakes, home to about 270 bird species, where pelicans, spoonbills and flamingos are common.
The Burgas Lake (Vaya Lake), Mandra Lake, Atanasovsko Lake and Pomorie Lake around Burgas form one of Europe's most important wetland systems, lying along the Black Sea flyway used by migratory birds. Poda Protected Area sits beside the mouth of Mandra Lake, south of the city. It has a nature conservation centre, a birdwatching tower and a circular trail, where you can see Dalmatian pelicans, white spoonbills and flamingos. The centre charges a small admission fee and lends binoculars. It is about 10 minutes by taxi from the city centre. Spring and autumn migration seasons are the best times to visit.
Opening hours
Approx. 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (center)
Nearby sights
- Cathedral of Saints Cyril and Methodius
- Burgas Central Beach & Pier
- Alexandrovska Street
- Sea Garden
- St. Anastasia Island
- Atanasovsko Lake
- Aquae Calidae Archaeological Park
- Pomorie