Arapovo Monastery, Bulgarian Orthodox monastery in Asenovgrad, Bulgaria
The Arapovo Monastery features a three-naved stone church with three apses, surrounded by residential buildings and a defensive tower in its courtyard.
The monastery was established in 1856 near a holy spring, with construction continuing until 1863 during the period of Ottoman administration in Bulgaria.
Inside the monastery church, painter Georgi Ganchov created over 150 fresco scenes, including depictions of saints Cyril and Methodius following Bulgarian Orthodox traditions.
The monastery complex includes rental accommodations in the historic tower and requires approximately 45 minutes to explore the grounds and buildings.
The monastery stands in an open field rather than in mountains, with a three-story defensive tower that contains four residential rooms in its wooden top level.
Location: Asenovgrad
GPS coordinates: 42.01444,24.99417
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:46
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