Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God, Orthodox cathedral on Tsarevets hill, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.
The Patriarchal Cathedral measures 26 meters long by 12 meters wide and contains two narthices, a bell tower, and triple apse configuration.
Built in the 11th century, the cathedral served as the seat of the Bulgarian patriarch until Ottoman forces destroyed it during their conquest in 1393.
The modern interior contains contemporary frescoes painted during the 1980s reconstruction, preventing its reconsecration as an active religious site.
Visitors can explore the cathedral grounds while touring the Tsarevets fortress complex, with nearby parking and information centers available throughout the year.
Archaeological findings revealed decorative plates and four-rosettes in the cathedral structure, displaying the evolution of Bulgarian architectural methods across centuries.
Location: Veliko Tarnovo
Inception: 11 century
GPS coordinates: 43.08278,25.65231
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:07
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