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Bulgarian Monasteries
Since the adoption of Christianity in Bulgaria a great number of monasteries and churches have been built throughout the country. They were not only places of worship but also centers of enlightenment which played an important part in the preservation of the Bulgarian identity during the Ottoman rule. Talented masters painted the murals in the monasteries, representing scenes from the Old and the New Testament. Many of the monasteries in Bulgaria have been preserved in good condition and attract thousands of visitors today. Besides an exciting mystical experience, a visit to a Bulgarian monastery can be a good opportunity to get a deeper understanding of Bulgarian spirit and culture. The tour we offer on our site “Bulgaria – the land of monasteries” is an ideal option if you intend to make a cultural trip around monasteries in different parts of the country.Popular Monasteries to Visit in Bulgaria
The Rila Monastery is the most remarkable architectural monument in Bulgaria and its biggest religious centre. It is situated in a magnificent forest at the foot of the Rila Mountain. Here you will see some of the most well-preserved murals, rich ornamentation and an amazing wood-carved altar. The Aladja Monastery near the city of Varna is a medieval monastery, whose rooms were cut in the lime rocks. Unfortunately only a small part of its frescoes have been preserved. The Bachkovo Monastery, situated in the Rhodopes, near Plovdiv and Assenovgrad is the second largest monastery in Bulgaria. Many precious wall-paintings from the 11-14th c. have been preserved and can be seen there today. The Rojen Monastery located in the Pirin Mountain, near the town of Sandanski, boasts an impressive architectural design. The present appearance of its church has been preserved since the 16th c. The Transfiguration Monastery is situated in a picturesque woodland near the city of Veliko Tarnovo. The famous Bulgarian icon painter Zahari Zograf painted the murals in this monastery for three years. Probably the most remarkable painting is “The Wheel of Life” which decorates one of the outer walls of the monastery. » Check out our 8-day bulgarian monasteries tour for only 599 EUR, including the Rila monastery, Troyan monastery, Bachkovo monastery, Rozhen monastery and more with accommodation in 4* hotels and 8 available dates in 2010Bulgaria air tickets
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