Yailata Archaeological Reserve
Яйлата
A coastal plateau reserve north of Cape Kaliakra, with more than a hundred rock dwellings and tombs in the cliffs, plus the remains of a Byzantine fortress.
Yailata is a grassy plateau surrounded by sea-carved cliffs. About 100 ancient rock dwellings and tombs are cut into the cliff faces, and on the plateau stand a 5th-century Byzantine fortress and an ancient cemetery. Trails link several viewpoints overlooking the Black Sea and the Kavarna coastline. Admission is about €3. It is often visited together with Cape Kaliakra and the nearby Kamenyak rocky coast, and it suits travelers with their own car.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Cape Kaliakra
- Balchik Palace & Botanical Garden
- Albena
- Golden Sands
- Aladzha Monastery
- Euxinograd Palace
- Festa Dolphinarium Varna
- Sea Garden, Varna