Bistrets Monastery, Medieval monastery in Vratsa Province, Bulgaria
The monastery complex includes a main church dedicated to Saint Ivan and contains multiple religious structures within stone walls at 43°12′00″N latitude.
The monastery stands as a medieval religious establishment that has maintained Eastern Orthodox Christian traditions through centuries in the Vratsa region of Bulgaria.
The religious site maintains regular Eastern Orthodox services and ceremonies while operating under the jurisdiction of the Vratsa Eparchy.
Visitors can access the monastery through marked pathways in the Vrachanski Balkan mountains and explore both the religious buildings and nearby caves.
The monastery grounds feature specific architectural elements that reflect Bulgarian monastic construction methods and incorporate natural cave formations.
Location: Bistretz
GPS coordinates: 43.20000,23.55000
Latest update: March 13, 2025 06:59
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