Dragons in Love Sculpture
A whimsical bronze sculpture in Varna's Sea Garden, featuring dragons holding an egg that symbolizes knowledge and sparking conversation since 2010.
The 'Dragons in Love' is a bronze sculpture located in Varna's Sea Garden, created in 2010 by Darin Lazarov. It depicts two dragons holding up an egg, symbolizing knowledge. The statue has become a popular, albeit controversial, attraction in the park.
A brief summary to Dragons in Love
- bul. Primorski 37, Varna, PrimorskiOdesos, 9000, BG
Local tips
- Visit during the day to fully appreciate the details of the bronze sculpture and enjoy the surrounding Sea Garden.
- Take a stroll along the Sea Garden after viewing the sculpture to experience more of Varna's beautiful coastline.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Primorski swimming complex for a refreshing experience.
Getting There
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Walking
From the center of Varna, such as Varna Municipality, walk east along bul. Kniaz Alexander Battenberg towards the Sea Garden. Enter the Sea Garden and continue towards the Primorski swimming complex. The Dragons in Love sculpture is located near this complex. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes.
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Public Transport
From Varna Central Station, take bus line 9 or 409 towards the Sea Garden. Get off at the bus stop closest to the Primorski swimming complex. The Dragons in Love sculpture is a short walk from the bus stop, near the complex. A single bus fare is approximately 1 BGN.
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Taxi
From anywhere in central Varna, a taxi to the Sea Garden near the Primorski swimming complex will typically cost between 5 and 10 BGN, depending on the distance and traffic.
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