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Burgas is a great place to be especially in winters because winters are mild and there is constant breeze to make you feel refreshed at all times. Burgas also happens to be the largest seaport in the whole of Bulgaria. Burgas can be reached by air as there are daily flights to Burgas from a number of European as well as other airports. The city of Burgas was made a duty-free zone in 1989 and the reason was simply that the state wanted to promote tourism and trade. It consists of total population of about 230,000 and has become one of the most famous destinations for tourists.

The culture of Burgas is also quite rich and immersed in history. Historically, Burgas was important as it was a Roman colony. These days the emphasis of the state is on the tourism and industry. There are several places to see in Burgas. If you are interested in theatrical performances then the State Puppet theatre is something you cannot miss while you are out on vacation with family and children. Children are simply going to love it.

State Puppet Theatre is a professional theater meant particularly for children. The theatre was founded in 1954 and 1962. Since the time of its founding, several heroes of Bulgarian as well as foreign classical performances have been enacted here for children under the limelight of the theatre.

There are a number of talented actors and artists who truly love, value and protect the remarkable repertoire and who have themselves mastered all puppets being performed in shows. These shows are directed by some of the most experienced directors. There is always a lot of contribution by stage composers who are originally Bulgarians. The working conditions in the theatre are excellent and the audience is almost always enviable.

The theatre has already witnessed over 10 000 performances played in front of around 3,000,000 spectators. There have been several overseas tours conducted in Africa Europe, America, and Asia. Several individual as well as collective awards from international festivals and national surveys have been bagged by artists who perform here.

The staff managing the theatre ensures about 20 titles every season so as to create 4 fresh productions. The theatre has exported almost 300 performances. It consists of impressive lighting equipment and modern acoustics also comprising of 200 seats. In 2006 the theatre was declared as the first puppet theatre in the entire region of Bulgaria. It is an interesting place to be and a must see if you are visiting Burgas with children.