Rila Monastery Bulgaria

Rila Monastery

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The Monastery of Saint John of Rila, also known as Rila Monastery ("Sveti Ivan Rilski", is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in …

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Dec 31, 2024
The Rila Monastery is a must see for anyone visiting Bulgaria particularly if staying around Sofia and the Rila Mountain. It is an integral part of Bulgarian history and culture and a repository of O… Full review by deyanpehlivanov
Nov 25, 2024
We booked tour via Viator and so glad we made it! The white/red/brown color contrast was very attractive. And the paintings have so many details that we wish we had more eyes! At the back of the Mona… Full review by SSL920
Nov 18, 2024
Beautiful Monastery. Toilets were an unbelievable nightmare! Lunch in the restaurant was the worst meal we have had for a long time! Full review by Jacky V
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Established:927
Located:Rila Mountains, Bulgaria
Founder:Saint Ivan of Rila

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