Church of St Stephen, Byzantine church in Nesebar, Bulgaria
The Church of St Stephen is a Byzantine structure with three naves separated by columns and a central apse flanked by two side apses. The interior space is organized to create distinct areas for different parts of religious services.
The building was constructed in phases between the 11th and 13th centuries during the medieval Bulgarian kingdom. It served as an important religious center for the Nesebar region during those centuries.
The interior walls display religious paintings depicting biblical scenes and holy figures created by different artists over time. These works shape how the space feels and tell stories from Christian tradition that visitors encounter today.
When visiting, keep in mind that the interior is quite small and may have limited access during prayer times. Check opening hours in advance and walk carefully on the worn stone floors inside.
The outer walls are built with alternating layers of stone and brick, giving the building a distinctive striped pattern. This mixed construction method was common in Byzantine architecture of the region.
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