Church, mosque or temple
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Sofia, Bulgaria
Sofia's golden-domed cathedral and one of the largest Orthodox churches in the Balkans.
Church, mosque or temple · Bulgaria · Sofia City
St Sofia Church
An early Christian basilica that gave the city its name.
Paid entry about 30 min
For storytellers
Why St Sofia Church matters
This brick basilica, older than most of the city around it, stands in a quiet garden next to the cathedral. The name Sofia comes from this church rather than the other way around. Inside you can see layers of ancient floors and tombs. It is simple, calm and full of history.
Talking points
- The city takes its name from this church.
- Archaeological layers lie beneath the floor.
- It's close to Alexander Nevsky.
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