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What to do and see in Bulgaria, Bulgaria: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Coordinates: 42°45′N 25°30′E / 42.750°N 25.500°E / 42.750; 25.500
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1. Kremikovtsi Monastery of Saint George
2. Boyana Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,836 reviews
Located at the foot of Mt. Vitosha, Bojana Church is about 900 years old. The church houses the National Museum, which focuses on regional history, art and cultural artifacts.
Reviewed By brenhell
If you manage to make it up the hill, this church is well worth the journey and 10 Lev entrance fee. The interior has amazing 13th century frescos. Note that the visitor numbers are limited to 8 at any time as space is limited plus they are probably trying to preserve the frescos by controlling humidity levels. You are only permitted to stsy for 10 mins. The grounds are pleasant with benches and plenty of birds( I saw a woodpecker). If you are making your own way there you can combine this visit with the National History museum nearby. We did this by taking trolley bus 2 from the centre to its final stop over the road from the museum. From here you can walk 30 mins up to the church or take bus 107 which goes to the church entrance.
3. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,403 reviews
Completed in 1912, St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral Stauropigial Memorial-Church is an impressive landmark in Sofia. The church was built as a memorial to the 200,000 Russian soldiers who died in the Russo-Turkish Liberation War (1877-1878).
Reviewed By loukiap550 - Nicosia, Cyprus
A Bulgarian Orthodox cathedral in Sofia (Bg). Built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the largest Christian church buildings, as well as one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions. There is a museum of Bulgarian icons inside the cathedral crypt, part of the National Art Gallery.
4. Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya
5. Saint Sofia Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 939 reviews
Reviewed By charlielG9293DR
This church has an amazing history and is built on an old Roman necropolis. It is well worth taking the time to watch the video of the history of the church in order to really appreciate it and to have a wander among the ancient tombs underneath.
6. Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 765 reviews
The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin, built in the 19th century, houses a finely carved iconostasis and bishop's throne as well as some interesting murals and stained glass.
Reviewed By cindymarieazur - Valencia, Spain
One of many Orthodox Churches/Cathedrals in Bulgaria. It’s a must to visit whenever you can any Churches/Cathedrals as these will give great imagination on how rich Bulgaria is with their history and architecture. Visited this place there was baptism happening and it makes more memorable visit. Definitely a must place when you’re in Varna.
7. Chiesa della Nativita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By 836thomasd - Tranquility, United States
We visited the Church of the Nativity on a Viking River Cruise excursion. The local church guide gave an excellent overview of each part of the church and meaning of all the frescos. No pictures are allowed inside.
8. Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel
9. Church of St. Blaise
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By Ardleystar - Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria
Consecrated in 2010, 'St.Vlasiy' was built and donated by construction magnates Dinevi Brothers on the ruins of an ancient monastery, dating back to the 14th century. It's a must see when visiting this elite resort and stands testament to the master craftsmen's ability to recreate exquisite designs based on historical edifices. Within the locale can be found a statue of Khan Terval who ruled the Bulgarian empire in 800 AD, an amphitheatre and Venid beach.
