Seven Altars Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Elenov dol, Bulgaria
The Seven Altars Monastery contains a church with seven separate chapels, situated at the foot of Izdremets Peak in the western Balkan Mountains.
The monastery, dating from the 16th century, served as a temporary capital during the reign of Bulgarian tsar Peter Delyan who died within its walls.
The monastery gained its name from seven boyars who established surrounding villages and built individual chapels within the main church structure.
Located 86 kilometers from Sofia, the monastery provides overnight accommodations and dining facilities, with access through Eliseyna by train and connecting bus service.
The monastery yard contains the grave of children's author Zmey Goryanin and features sequoia trees that have grown to affect the structural integrity of the walls.
Location: Svoge
GPS coordinates: 43.00000,23.47194
Latest update: May 18, 2025 19:59
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