St. Anastasia Island hosts kite festival near Burgas

St. Anastasia Island, a prominent tourist destination near Burgas on the Black Sea, recently hosted a kite festival that transformed the area into an ‘Island of Kites.’ The event attracted hundreds of tourists and featured a variety of flying displays.

A central highlight of the festival was a free kite-flying school led by professional instructors. Participants received training ranging from basic takeoff steps to advanced maneuvering techniques.

The event showcased a diverse array of kites, including ancient Chinese models with dragon motifs, ultra-modern aerodynamic sports kites, and large three-dimensional volumetric figures. The festival served to demonstrate the island's role as a venue for cultural and sporting events alongside its historical significance.