Bulgaria’s Varna holds first Kite Festival: Photos

Bulgaria’s Black Sea “capital” Varna held its first Kite Festival on August 17 2013.

Organisers of the event, held at the Asparouhovo beach, hope that it will become a tradition.

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Amid gusting winds that boosted the performances of kite-surfers amid the waves, the event was a major drawcard for children of all ages as they tried their hands at the fine art of keeping kites aloft along the beach.

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The Kite Festival was part of Varna’s bid to be European Youth Capital 2016.

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(Photos: Clive Leviev-Sawyer)

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