★4.8

Assumption Cathedral

Varna, Bulgaria

4.8 / 21

The Cathedral of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, which is located in the center of Varna. It was inaugurated in 1886 in honor of the liberation of the city from the rule of the Ottoman Empire with the active participation of the Russian Emperor Alexander II, whose wife was an aunt to Prince Battenberg. In the architecture of the cathedral you can see the features of the Byzantine style, elements of Russian temple construction, and even some Gothic touches.

Address:

площад „Свети Свети Кирил и Методий“ 2, Варна

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11.04.23

Skele
Very beautiful cathedral, recommend to go inside, for free. It took my breath.

08.04.23

Spencer
Beautiful Cathedral with well preserved frescos and striking golden spires. If you take photos be sure to leave a donation and remember this is a plac.. Read more »

27.03.23

Nazanin
So beautiful 😍 The Dormition of the mother of God Cathedral is the largest church building in Varna and the third largest cathedral in Bulgaria (afte.. Read more »

05.03.23

michael
If you are in Varna, Bulgaria, you must first go in and see the most famous cathedral! The entrance is free, the place is huge and spectacular. An im.. Read more »

17.01.23

Avihay
Beautiful cathedral in the middle of Varna. I recommend to visit it in daylight.

11.10.22

Deniz
This cathedral is from the outside very beautiful as it is from the inside. You can do your prayers. I am the person to take advantage of the cultura.. Read more »

30.08.22

Galina
It is wonderful! We were lucky to hear them singing. I'd give 6 stars :)

05.07.22

Samuel
Stunning interior and the entry is free. Should be on everyone's bucket list when in Varna

30.06.22

Bell
The church looks amazing, the bell ringing skills are amazing, the bells sound amazing, even after over 25 years of use! All and all, everything about.. Read more »

02.05.22

Ivan
Amazing architecture, truly fascinating culture. I am very happy to have witnessed this wonderful religious and sacred place!

24.04.22

Artem
Cool place. There are little palm trees near the cathedral and seagulls and cats all over the place.

14.12.21

brandyandcoke
Like most religious buildings they are both a place of beauty as well as worship no matter what the faith, and this Cathedral is no exception. Differi.. Read more »

09.11.21

Omer
Cathedral is the largest church building in Varna and of the biggest in whole Bulgaria, with a long history. It is literally at the heart of Varna an.. Read more »

14.09.21

Juan
Sadly it was in reforms, but seems to be a beautiful ancient orthodox cathedral.

14.09.21

VOAD
Sadly it was full in reforms, but what we saw was amazing.

06.08.21

Wiktor
Highly recomend this monastery to go in and stay for some time. The spirit can be felt in each corner. Paintings in the walls are very sophisticated a.. Read more »

25.07.21

Might
It looks good and they have recently renewed the gold on top of the church but most of the time It's quite dirty and for the last 3-4 years It's been.. Read more »

20.07.21

Aj
One of my favorite orthodox churches in the city of Varna. This is the cathedral down town and it is simply stunning!

02.07.21

CΞGY
Now when now that it's being repaired it's not that fantabulous but still not bad. I expirenced huge signal interference there btw with DJI Mavic Mini

13.09.20

Cristina
An Orthodox Cathedral in Varna that's a MUST SEE objective. I came back this year and found it more beautiful, good preservation of the paintings, wo.. Read more »

20.08.20

Konstantin
Probably the most iconic symbol of Varna, the cathedral is located on a hill that can be seen from many parts of the city including the pier. It has f.. Read more »

19.07.20

Lora
Beautiful - outside and inside. Great Orthodox interior with multiple icons and drawings on the walls. If you are Christian do buy some candles at the.. Read more »

04.07.20

Sinan
The most important historical achitecture of the city. It doesn't seem so big from the outside but when you are in, you can see the right measure. The.. Read more »

01.06.20

Yousef
Loved the place - a very ancient beautiful church. Very calm inside. On entrance, there is a helpful lady that explains the time table for different m.. Read more »

29.08.19

Gregor
This is a beautiful church with active worship going on most of the time. We were mistakenly informed that one could not take photos while in the chur.. Read more »