Saint Nicholas Church, Eastern Orthodox church building in central Sofia, Bulgaria.
The Saint Nicholas Church displays traditional Bulgarian and Byzantine architectural characteristics with five gold-plated domes and decorated exterior walls.
Established on January 17, 1201, the church stands on the former site of a Roman palace complex where Constantine the Great resided.
The church maintains Eastern Orthodox traditions through regular services and special observances, particularly during the Saint Nicholas feast on December 6.
Located on Kaloyan Street behind the Rila Hotel, the church welcomes visitors interested in religious architecture and historical buildings.
The underground walls of the building contain preserved sections of the ancient Roman palace complex, connecting modern visitors with classical antiquity.
Location: Sofia
Inception: 13 century
GPS coordinates: 42.69583,23.32278
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:19
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