Saint Petka Church

Saint Petka Church is a modern Orthodox building in Rupite with white walls and copper domes that stand out against Kozhuh Mountain in the distance. The structure blends traditional Bulgarian architectural style with contemporary construction techniques.

The building was constructed in 1994 during a period when Bulgaria was establishing new religious centers following the end of communist rule. This project was part of a broader effort to revive Orthodox institutions across the country.

The church serves as a gathering place where the local Orthodox community celebrates religious holidays and observances together. The services follow ancient Byzantine traditions that visitors can experience through the liturgy and sacred chanting.

Visitors can collect a special stamp for their tourist passport booklet as part of the 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria collection program. The church is easy to reach and sits in a region with other natural and religious attractions nearby.

The church sits near natural mineral springs and geological formations that give the location a distinctive character. Visitors find an unusual blend of religious site and natural geological phenomenon in this place.