NDK - National Palace of Culture
Opened in 1981 to celebrate the 1300th anniversary of the founding of the Bulgarian state, the National Palace of Culture is the largest conference and exhibition center in Eastern Europe. Every year it hosts more than 300 events, such as conferences, international conventions, concerts, music and film festivals, theaters and all kinds of exhibitions. In other words, regardless of the time of your visit to Sofia, you will always be able to see something exciting at the Palace of Culture. There are also almost a thousand monumental ones artwork, such as murals, paintings, sculptures and much more. The surroundings of the palace is a peaceful park with many beautiful fountains, where you can simply relax with a cup of coffee while admiring the beauty of the architectural masterpiece of art.
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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Among the sights in Sofia, we cannot help but put the unique Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in second place. The neo-Byzantine style cathedral is one of the 50 largest Christian churches worldwide. It is a cross-domed basilica that is 45 meters high and the bell tower is over 50 meters high. The domes are gilded and the Christian temple has 12 bells that produce a unique ring. The interior of the church is also strikingly beautiful. Some of the decoration includes Italian marble, and one of the domes has the Lord's Prayer inscribed in gold letters. Alexander Nevsky is an extraordinary work of art that you should not miss seeing in any season of the year.
The Russian Church in Sofia
Another an architectural masterpiece in Sofia. Also known as the Church of Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker, the architectural masterpiece was built at the beginning of the 20th century. It is located in the central part of Sofia and is a Russian Orthodox Church. It was designed by a Russian architect and built in the Revival style known mostly in Russia. The style of the religious temple is similar to Moscow's Russian churches of the 17th century. Both the exterior and interior are unforgettable. On the outside there are domes covered with gold, and on the inside there are unique icons that were painted by the same group of artists who painted the interior of the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The church is definitely a must-visit destination and we can guarantee that it will leave a lasting and pleasant memory that will appear every time you think of Sofia.
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The Ivan Vazov National Theater
Located in the center of the city and surrounded by the city garden, the Ivan Vazov National Theater is the largest theater in Bulgaria and one of the country's most significant cultural treasures. It was established at the beginning of the 20th century and the bombing of Sofia caused serious damage to the building during the Second World War, but fortunately, the theater was renovated a few years after the end of the war. Tourists are attracted not only by the amazing performances that take place in the building, but also by the charming architecture and extremely calm and relaxing atmosphere around the theater. This is one of the most symbolic places of Sofia.
Church rotunda "St. George"
The red brick rotunda, named after Saint George, is believed to be the oldest building in the capital of Bulgaria and stands among the ruins of ancient Roman buildings. Apart from the charming architectural design and perfect preservation, the church is also famous for the amazing frescoes in the middle dome, some of which date back to the 6th century. This church is a great way to get a glimpse into the ancient world and is sure to fascinate you. It is an extremely popular destination among tourists and locals and is a must-see in Sofia.
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