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Boyana Church

Bojana quater - 8 km. south from city center | 1-3 Boyansko Ezero St., Sofia, Bulgaria
Ranked #5 of 43 attractions in Sofia
4.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
Owner description: Located at the foot of Mt. Vitosha, Bojana Church is about 900 years old. The church houses the National Museum, which focuses on regional history,...... more » Owner description: Located at the foot of Mt. Vitosha, Bojana Church is about 900 years old. The church houses the National Museum, which focuses on regional history, art and cultural artifacts. « less
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Gizelle_Paiva
Brasilia, DF
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12 reviews
17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

Theres is a very gentle guide who explains everything in a special way. More

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DessislavaI
Johannesburg, South Africa
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20 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

It might be a little hard to find it, but if you ask for directions, everyone knows the Boyana Church. Only limited amount of people are allowed at the time as the climate is regulated so it can preserve the magnificent layers of frescoes, dating XI - XIX century, so perhaps it would be a good idea to call in... More

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Reto T
Milan, Italy
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4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2011

In the curche yard have a very good park with big trees. Quite place and very good for relax. More

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rhino805
Hong Kong, China
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2011

The church itself was interesting but the explanation was not enough More

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Ranna R
Stockholm, Sweden
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2011

Near by Sofia. Very good park. Church is under Unesco protection. More

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mecrash
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
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40 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2011

great, and free, do not pay the woman the 2 lev`s she asks for as all sofia churches are FREE More

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Travel_Pin_Man
Friday Harbor
Top Contributor
83 reviews
25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2011

This is a very small church which only allows a limited number of visitors in at a time. Very beautiful paintings make the wait worth it. More

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oliviapulley
Tokyo
Top Contributor
71 reviews
21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2011

For less than 4 euros taxi each way, this UNESCO site is a must see in Sofia. Peaceful retreat in shadow of Vitosha mountains. Murals inside make your mouth drop. Very good shape for as old as it is. 5 euros entry fee seems about right, considering its importance, although its the most expensive sight in Sofia. More

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PIGGOTTS
LONDON
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18 reviews
36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2009
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We hired a local taxi to the museum (7.00 Lev including tip, hotel quoted us 20 Lev?). The museum is some distance from Boyana Church so we walked to the main road and hailed another taxi up the steep hill (5 Lev). Best deal is the local mini bus No. 21 which leaves from Eagle Bridge - bargain price of... More

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jamesforde84
Adelaide, Australia
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13 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2009
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This is a really satisfying journey into the foothills of Sofia. The church itself is a priceless gem. It is one of the few of its type that I have seen still standing with all it's frescoes and paintings inside. The cost is 10 Lev to go inside and it's truly worth it. You won't be bothered by hordes of... More

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