The park contains one of the oldest Ginkgo biloba trees in Bulgaria.
It was designed as a key element of the 'Bulgarian Baden-Baden' concept for the resort town of Varshets.
The landscape architecture integrates native Balkan flora with exotic tree species imported during the early 1900s.
The park is directly adjacent to the historic Bathhouse No. 1, which features secessionist architectural elements.
It serves as the trailhead for the path leading to the Ivancheva Polyana meadow.
Sunny Garden, known locally as Slanchevata gradina, is the primary central park of the spa town Varshets, Bulgaria. It is famous for its collection of rare tree species, specifically the Ginkgo biloba and various types of sequoia, which were planted as part of the park's early 20th-century landscaping project. The park serves as the hub of the town's balneological history, connecting the historic mineral baths to the pedestrian center. It features an extensive network of walking paths lined with mature vegetation that provides significant shade during the summer months. The layout emphasizes the intersection of natural woodland with structured park architecture, reflecting the town's development as a premier 1930s health resort. It remains a key social space for residents and visitors undergoing mineral water therapy in the surrounding wellness facilities.
The central alleyway framing the historic bathhouse buildings.
Combine your walk with a visit to the adjacent historic mineral bathhouses to fully appreciate the resort's architectural history.
Bring comfortable walking shoes to navigate the transition from the paved central sections to the more forested, natural pathways.
Visit during the early evening to experience the local tradition of social strolling, known locally as korzo.
Avoid rushing through the central area; the park is intended for slow, contemplative walking consistent with the town's spa culture.
Open year-round, though paths may be less accessible during heavy snowfall in mid-winter.
