Seven Saints Church, Eastern Orthodox church building in central Sofia, Bulgaria
Seven Saints Church is an Eastern Orthodox church building in central Sofia with a main hall topped by a large dome. The structure blends Ottoman architectural elements with Bulgarian Orthodox design features throughout.
The building was originally constructed as a mosque in 1528 under Suleiman the Magnificent. It was transformed into an Orthodox church in 1901 following Bulgaria's independence.
The church honors seven holy figures who created the Slavic alphabet: Saints Cyril, Methodius, and their students Gorazd, Clement, Naum, Angelar, and Sava. You can see references to these revered people in the religious artwork and decorations throughout the interior.
The building opens regularly for services and welcomes visitors interested in its architecture and religious importance. Respectful clothing and behavior are expected when visiting the interior.
The church's candlesticks were made from old police badges from Eastern Rumelia, a rare piece of local history. An electric clock installed in the 1930s still functions in the building today.
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