St. John the Precursor Monastery, Kardzhali

The stone walls and wooden accents of St. John the Precursor Monastery stand at coordinates 41°37'36"N and 25°22'12"E in the Bulgarian landscape.

The monastery traces its origins to the 14th century and underwent numerous changes while maintaining its status as a center of Orthodox Christianity.

The interior frescoes of the monastery depict biblical scenes through traditional Bulgarian artistic techniques, representing local religious interpretations.

The monastery welcomes visitors daily and provides guided tours in multiple languages to explain its religious significance and architectural features.

The monastery functions under the Plovdiv Diocese jurisdiction while serving as both a religious center and an educational facility for Orthodox traditions.

GPS coordinates: 41.62667,25.37000

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:48