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Rila Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage
About Rila Monastery
Rila Monastery is the spiritual heart of Bulgaria: a fortress-like monastery of striped arcades around a great courtyard, with a church covered in frescoes and a medieval tower, in a forested valley of the Rila Mountains.
Why it's on our list
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Striped arcades and brilliant frescoes
- About two hours from Sofia
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Rila Monastery before you go.