Shipka Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Shipka, Bulgaria
The monastery features white stone walls, golden domes, and five bells within its 53-meter high bell tower next to the main church building.
Built between 1885 and 1902 under Russian architects' supervision, the monastery commemorates Russian and Bulgarian soldiers who died in the 1877-1878 Liberation War.
The monastery complex includes a church, monks' quarters, pilgrimage buildings, and a seminary where religious education and traditional Orthodox practices continue.
Visitors can access the monastery daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages through advance reservation.
The monastery's crypt contains the remains of nearly 9,000 Russian and Bulgarian soldiers who perished during the Liberation War of Bulgaria.
Inception: September 27, 1902
GPS coordinates: 42.71556,25.32944
Latest update: May 12, 2025 23:56
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