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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Bulgaria's largest and most iconic Orthodox cathedral

The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is an Orthodox cathedral and one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in the world. Built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria. The cathedral was built between 1882 and 1912 in honor of the Russian soldiers who died during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Crypt Museum: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (closed Mondays)

Estimated Duration

45 minutes

Contact Information

Address

pl. "Aleksandar Nevski", 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia

Website
+359 2 987 7697

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Location

42.697700, 23.333200

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