Saint Sophia Basilica’s Catacombs | Culture & Recreation in Sofia, Bulgaria
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The Basilica of Saint Sophia is a quaint red-brick church that gave the city of Sofia its name in the 1300s during the Second Bulgarian Empire. Built in Roman times, the unassuming church once served as a fire-brigade tower and a mosque and boasts a vast labyrinth of ancient tombs and tunnels beneath its floors. The centuries-old burial grounds under the church can be explored on guided tours with local historians who delve into the fascinating history of the church and its catacombs that date back more than 1500 years.

Saint Sophia Basilica’s Catacombs, 2, Paris Str. Sofia, Bulgaria

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