Rila Monastery – In the kingdom of silence and piece

Rila Monastery is situated in the heart of the majestic Rila Mountain, about 120 km south of Sofia.

The Monastery is part of UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

Discover the biggest spiritual and cultural center in Bulgaria for hundreds of years.
A touch of the Balkan medieval history - Rila Monastery gives the impression of a fortress. A step through the archway and you fall in another world. With its 1200 scenes of decorative paintings and numerous figural images, the open arcade is a genuine art gallery.

You’ll be fascinated by the church in the center of the monastery with its richly colored frescoes in the shelter of its porch. The intricate carvings of the gilt iconostasis, the church plates and murals will amaze and captivate you.

Rila Monastery 2

Duration
7- 8 hours

Price includes
• transport by A/C car or minibus
• guide assistance
• entrance fee to the museum
• lunch (3-course menu: soup, Trout fish with garnish, dessert + 1 soft drink and bread).


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