The 12th century rocky Orthodox monastery, currently in ruins. It is known that from the 4th century Christian hermits lived in the catacombs. The monastery lasted until the end of the XIV century, until it was destroyed by the Ottomans, but the monks continued to inhabit the caves for another four hundred years. Before, almost all grottoes were decorated with frescoes, but today they remained only in the monastery chapel.
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06.08.23
Rudi
Particular visit . Nice to see. Not too much but worthwhile and also nice opportunity for walking in the close neighbourhood
10.06.23
Eu
Aladzha Monastery is the most popular medieval rock monastery at the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, which was inhabited by monks- hermits in the 13th – 14th century.
Systematic research of this Christian monument was initiated in the late 19th cent.. Read more »ury by two of the founders of Bulgarian archeology – the brothers Karel and Hermin Shkorpil.
In 1912, the Aladzha monastery was granted the title of "national historical monument" and in 1968 - an architectural monument of national importance.
26.05.23
ΓΕΩΡΓΙΑ
A monastery dating 1000 years old approximately... well worth a visit. You should not miss the walk in the forest to see the catacombs....
25.05.23
Nilesh
Fairly average attraction for a overseas visitor. Good only if you have time on hands and want a reason to drive out of Varna.
The ticket desk only accepted cash at time of writing.
07.03.23
mo
Nice view, not much to see though. The way to the catacombs was more worth it than the thing itself, very small but still fun. And for now the museum is closed.
16.10.22
Abilash
Interesting place to visit. Although much of the actual history is lost in time, very intriguing nonetheless.
Plenty of free parking available.
Note: They don't accept cards, no euros. Only Lev.
24.08.22
Sveta
Interesting place, good small collection of Alf Bulgarian icons. Caves could be arranged better and would be good to have guided tours
18.08.22
Victoria
I went there to see the monastery it turned out that there were catacombs 10 minutes away from the monastery. A lovely place to visit if you are in the area. It is situated in the national park Golden sands. Nature is gorgeous.
18.08.22
Petra
We discovered a lot about the history of this place and we're amazed. Definitely worth going there and taking a hike to Golden sands afterwards.
09.08.22
Przemyslaw
Interesting place to see. Some stairs to climb, so be mindful with toddlers. Catacombs aren't worth the walk. All closed.
09.08.22
Martin
There is no panorama view. It costs 5 BGN , but you can enter from the forest for free if you like to. A bit aside from the main entrance from the main road. The rock monasteries near Shumen are much more beautiful and are without entrance with spect.. Read more »acular panoramas!
31.07.22
Velichka
Very energetic place. It's easy to get there. An unusual monastery with beautiful views!
20.07.22
Sonia
Amazing views! Also, you can reach Aladja Monastery through some great hiking trails in the Zlatni Pyasatsi National Park.
30.06.22
R
Great nature, calm, spiritual secluded place, but actually not many orthodox items to see (like icons, etc.). Easy hike from the shore.
21.05.22
Tanvi
A monastery situated amidst the nature. It has an interesting and deep history. Good for a short visit near Varna. Greenery everywhere.
09.10.21
Jor
Wonderful park with wonderful museum. Very good Ambiente and very interesting for young and old people.
10/10
12.09.21
Ewa
Impressive and worth seeing! The facility is also very good, there’s a restroom available. If you are walking from Golden sands through the main road, keep in mind that there’s no pavement.
20.08.21
Nataliya
Beautiful park in style close to Japanese. Very specific old Christian icons and mosaics. Interesting place!
19.08.21
Sorana
Interesting monastery carved in the cliff with carefully landscaped gardens, catacombs and small history museum. The entrance fee is 5 leva for adults. Easy and safe to reach for everyone, no need to hike to get to it.
09.08.21
Sandor
We got there just before closing... visited 1st the museum (really nice), then the monastery and the catacombs (hidden in the forest, to the left of the entrance). Very interesting human-work... unique to what we've seen so far!
05.08.21
Hristo
Amazing monastery in the rocks. Landscaped garden in front. There is an exposition about the history and discovery of the place.
04.08.21
Julian
The Golden sands park is a great place for a walk! Don’t go by car - take the forest trail (there are 2-3 of them - all fairly easy)
24.06.21
Mario
Interesting place. It takes around 30-45 minutes to visit the place and the museum. There is many interesting facts about cave churches and the beginning of the archeology in Bulgaria.
06.06.21
Natalja
Waste of money and waste of time. For 3 of us we paid 195 levy, might aswell put your money in the rubbish bin. Tour agency just rip you off for this trip. Very unhappy, not recommend at all. And be careful if some of your family can't walk pro.. Read more »perly because you won't be able to take that tour but tour agency said nothing, only interested in money. One of our family member can only walk with retired walker support and of course she can't walk to the monastery because its lot of steps and hills, what did we pay for???JUST A BIG RIP OFF AND WASTE MONEY!!!!
25.04.21
krs
Intriguing place
Needs a lot more descriptions for the exhibits and overall story package.
25.04.21
Kiril
It is an amazing place. Visit it. The nature is so beautiful.
31.01.21
Nesrin
Aladzha Monastery (Bulgarian: Аладжа манастир) is a medieval Orthodox Christian cave monastery complex in northeastern Bulgaria, 17 km north of central Varna and 3 km west of Golden Sands beach resort, in a protected forest area adjacent to the Golde.. Read more »n Sands Nature Park.
The monastery caves were hewn into a 25-m high vertical karst cliff near the upper edge of the Franga Plateau on several levels. The complex includes two small nearby catacombs.
Dedicated to the Holy Trinity, it was an active hesychast monastic community of the Second Bulgarian Empire since the 12th century and perhaps survived until the early 18th century. Nearby, remains of a 5th-century cave monastery have been found.
A cave monastery may have existed not far from the modern monastery Aladzha, near Varna. Its early dating to the fourth century is secured by fragments of glassware, but coins of Justinian indicate that the complex may have still been in use during the 500s
15.09.20
Vessislava
Lovely garden and a true medieval Monastery ingraved in the white rock.
The catacombs are also very interesting
03.09.20
Silvia
Interesting and strange place to be. Worth a short visit.
17.08.20
Vladimir
Captivating, mystic, perfectly maintained park.
06.08.20
Liviu
Something completely different from ordinary tourist attractions. It is worth visiting to understand what hermit really meant and how people understood to draw closer to God in the Middle Ages.
04.08.20
Elina
An interesting place to see! Though I've visited it a few times when in the region, it's still breathtaking! The forest around it is so serene and you can even see the sea from there. Kids love the cave dwellings. Hitchhikers can also acces.. Read more »s it easily.
03.08.20
Pesho
This place was actually an amazing hideout for Christian monks from the islamic Ottoman empire. The builders must have had amazing will and faith to create a home within the rocky mountain itself. Nowadays it even sounds scary if you think that someo.. Read more »ne have actually lived there. This is definitely outstanding achievement for these poor people and their simple crafting tools.
24.07.20
Jose
Very interesting monastery from 13th - 14th Century, The monks lifestyle in those days was truly hard and challenging.
4.5 / 88
