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Zemen Monastery

Zemen Monastery

By on 25 November 2010 in Churches, Monasteries, Sights

Zemen Monastery, dedicated to Saint John the Theologian, is one of the most impressive historical sites in Bulgaria.

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Peter and Paul Monastery

Peter and Paul Monastery

By on 13 August 2009 in Buildings, Churches, Events, History, Monasteries, Religion, Sights

The Saints Peter and Paul Monastery is one of 14 monasteries established around Veliko Tarnovo during the era of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom.

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Troyan

Troyan

By on 19 April 2009 in City and Town, Land, Monasteries, Parks and Reserves, Sights, Top 100, Topography

The Troyan region, rich in history, crafts, natural beauty, and good food, is fast becoming an attractive place for tourism and recreation.

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Melnik

Melnik

By on 15 April 2009 in Buildings, City and Town, Culture, Monasteries, Parks and Reserves, Sights, Top 100, Wine

Melnik is the smallest city in Bulgaria and is known for its distinctive architecture and local wine production.

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Rila Monastery

Rila Monastery

By on 15 April 2009 in Culture, Monasteries, Religion, Sights, UNESCO

Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and an important symbol of Bulgarian cultural identity.

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