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Sveta Petka Samardjiyska

2, blvd. Knyaginya Maria Luiza, Sofia, Bulgaria
Ranked #13 of 45 attractions in Sofia
4.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Sofia, Bulgaria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

crypt was built in Roman Empire times, the upper part in XIV century. ticket price (march 2012) Group (>2 person) = 1 lv 1-2 person = 2 lv More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

On the crypt, which is very old Roman tomb (crypt) from the IV century, meaning that there was a previous ritual building, XI century, built this temple. The oldest frescoes are from the fourteenth century than it is a layer of XV and XVI century painted by St. Pimen Zografski. The church is called St Petka of Iconium, which is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012

Unfortunatley is closed and not avalable for the public, but from outside is reachable from the central Metro station More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2012

Right in the middle of the largo, above a metro station. Cannot miss it. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 2, 2011

a realy small church built in the othomanic era. i had the chance to attent a mess and it was magical!!! worth a visit!! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2011
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