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Sofia Travel Guide

Sofia is a dynamic Eastern European capital, distinguished by its unique combination of architecture styles and many beautiful orthodox churches. It claims to be one of the few capitals with a developed ski-resort so close to it - Vitosha mountain.

About Sofia

Sofia covers an area of 520.9 sq. miles (1349 square Km) and is estimated to have a population of 1.3 million people being the capital and the largest city in Bulgaria. It is one of the Europe's oldest cities, its recorded history spans at least 2,000 years.

St George Rotunda

stgeorgerotundasofia.jpgThe rotunda church of St George is considered to be the oldest building in Sofia, dating to the 4th century, and is situated amid the remains of the ancient Roman town of Serdica. St George Rotunda is famous for its exquisite architecture and layers of medieval frescoes that were discovered under a covering of plaster. The magnificent dome is protected by UNESCO and the church functions at present as a museum.

 

Address: 5 Ploshtad Sveta Nedelya; Telephone: (0)2 981 6541; Opening time: Daily except Friday 8am to 12.30pm and 3.30pm to 7.30pm; Admission: Free

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