The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Bulgaria, Bulgaria

March 7, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

Coordinates: 42°45′N 25°30′E / 42.750°N 25.500°E / 42.750; 25.500
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1. Rila Monastery

Rila 2643 Bulgaria 0896 872010 [email protected] https://rilskimanastir.org/
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5.0 based on 1,885 reviews

Rila Monastery

Founded in the 10th century, this monastery was restored in the 15th and again in the 19th century.

Reviewed By 118val - Shepparton, Australia

Rila Monastery is considered to be one of Bulgaria's most holy sites and is UNESCO listed. It is situated in the Rila Mountains in the deep valley of the Riska River. Apparently named after the hermit Ivan of Rila from 876 - 946 AD. The Monastery was founded in the 10th century and was the spiritual and cultural center during the 12th to 14th century. The richly engraved gates lead into a stunning view of the Monastery. Our first visit was to the Museum which housed some amazing artifacts such as old books, beautifully embroidered robes belonging to the clergy and an incredible wooden cross that was intricately carved. We then viewed the stunning external vivid coloured paintings covering the external walls, the interior is equally as stunning but you cannot photograph the interior. Once outside we could see the towers where guards use to protect the site, around the edge of the complex are the monks rooms. The building is well maintained and painted with a series of wooden stair cases and balconies. It is well worth a visit.

2. Boyana Church

3 Boyansko Ezero Str., Sofia 1616 Bulgaria +359 2 959 0939 [email protected] http://www.boyanachurch.org/indexen.htm
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4.5 based on 1,836 reviews

Boyana Church

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. Plovdiv Old Town

Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria http://bulgariaguide.net/plovdiv/
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4.5 based on 1,740 reviews

Plovdiv Old Town

Bulgaria's "second city", Plovdiv has 19th century houses and Roman ruins, including a Roman amphitheater in use today.

Reviewed By 773edithh

Do go! Wander around the cobbled streets, take a pick at the few ( overpriced) antique shops, check the galleries, the Bulgarian Renaissance homes, climb to the top of the hills and take a look at the breathtaking views.

4. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Aleksander Nevski Square, Sofia Bulgaria +359 2 988 1704 http://www.sofia-guide.com/attraction/alexander-nevsky-crypt-icon-museum/
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4.5 based on 6,403 reviews

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

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.

5. Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya

pl.Sveta Nedelya, Sofia 1000 Bulgaria +359 2 987 5748 http://www.sveta-nedelia.org/index.php/bg
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4.5 based on 604 reviews

Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya

6. Tsarevets

Tsar Asen Square, Veliko Tarnovo 5000 Bulgaria +359 62 638 841 http://www.velikoturnovo.info/en/info/i86/Tsarevets.html
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4.5 based on 1,347 reviews

Tsarevets

Dating to the 12th century, this strategic fortress is one of two highly fortified hills (Trapezitza being the other) that protected Bulgarian rulers living on the site in the tsar’s palace.

Reviewed By AdamDupont - Germany, null

Tsarevets is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo. If you are going there on the summer..bring a hat its quite hot when its sunny. The Sound and Light audiovisual show is an attraction carried out in the evening that uses three lasers, variegated lights, dramatic music and church bells to tell the story of the fall of Tarnovo to the Ottomans, as well as other key moments of the history of Bulgaria. It was free on every Saturday of the week and it was a great experience.

7. Old Nessebar

Ulitsa Mesembrija 16, Nessebar 8230 Bulgaria
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4.5 based on 9,514 reviews

Old Nessebar

Reviewed By thejetsetvet - Sheffield, United Kingdom

100% would recommend to anyone staying in and around Sunny Beach. A mere 1.30 Lev each way on the bus from the top of the strip its a beautiful and chilled day out. Excellent place for souvenir shopping - lots of art, pottery, jewellery etc. Easily the best food within a 10 mile radius of Sunny Beach, especially down at the sea front where you can couple fantastic food with breathtaking views. There is a lot of history, most places you have to pay to enter the ruins and accompanying museums but there are some free ruins to visit and they provide great photo opportunities. The Eco Bar is a great novelty cocktail bar, definitely worth a visit for its unique atmosphere.

8. Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)

3 Tsar Osvobotiel blvd At the intersection of Rakovska and Tsar Osvoboditel Streets, Sofia Bulgaria +359 2 986 2715 http://www.emporis.com/buildings/218851/saint-nicholas-russian-church-sofia-bulgaria
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4.5 based on 2,089 reviews

Saint Nikolas Russian Church (Tsurkva Sveta Nikolai)

9. Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin

Pl. Sveti Sveti Kiril I Metodiy 2, Varna Bulgaria
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4.5 based on 765 reviews

Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin

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.

10. Stone Forest

Varna-Sophia Old Road N 43° 13.7 E 027° 42.35, Varna 9000 Bulgaria +359 52 618 011 http://nature.museumvarna.com/en/other
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4.5 based on 569 reviews

Stone Forest

Reviewed By Ogi0 - Sofia, Bulgaria

Extremely interesting place that is worth visiting if you are in Varna. The stones are natural geological formations, and are not made by human hands

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