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Rila Monastery

  • Duration: 1h
  • Audio guide in English and 12 other languages
  • Live guide in English
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  • Audio guide (available in English, Bulgarian, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Greek, Turkish, Serbian, Romanian and Dutch)
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Monastère magnifique ! Mais malheureusement acheter des tickets en avance ne sert à rien. J’ai payé pour rien. L’entrée au monastère est gratuite, seule le musée a l’intérieur est payant mais non...
Monastère magnifique ! Mais malheureusement acheter des tickets en avance ne sert à rien. J’ai payé pour rien. L’entrée au monastère est gratuite, seule le musée a l’intérieur est payant mais non compris dans les billets pris.
Rila Monastery

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The Rila Monastery (full name: Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila) is the biggest and best-known Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. This scenic UNESCO World Heritage site is believed to have been founded between 927-968, during the reign of Tsar Peter I, and is famous for its detailed frescoes, elaborate architecture, and historical significance. Located south of the Bulgarian capital, it's one of the nation's most popular tourist destinations.

Tuesday 07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 19:00
Thursday 07:00 - 19:00
Friday 07:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 19:00
Monday 07:00 - 19:00
Rila Monastery
Rila Monastery, 2643, Rila
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