Central Sofia Cemetery, Sofia

Name: Central Sofia Cemetery
Address: Sofia, Bulgaria

#75 among attractions in Sofia

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The Central Sofia Cemetery or the Orlandovtsi Cemetery is the main cemetery in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. The cemetery has several chapels used by various Christian denominations, such as a Bulgarian Orthodox church of the Dormition of the Theotokos, a Roman Catholic chapel of Saint Francis of Assisi, an Armenian Apostolic chapel, a Jewish synagogue, etc. The cemetery also features Russian, Serbian, Romanian and British military sections. ()

Local name: Централни софийски гробища Coordinates: 42°42'58"N, 23°19'58"E

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Сердика (Serdika)Sofia Bulgaria

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Central Sofia Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mall of Sofia, TZUM, Banya Bashi Mosque, National Polytechnic Museum.

1.7 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mall of Sofia, Sofia
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1.3 miS
Shopping, Department store
TZUM, Sofia
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria, TZUM stands as a testament to modern commerce and historical architecture. This iconic shopping mall, located in the city center, is a hub for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive retail experience.
1.3 miSW
16th-century mosque with a big dome
Banya Bashi Mosque, Sofia
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria, the Banya Bashi Mosque stands not only as a place of worship but also as a testament to the city's rich, multicultural tapestry. Built in 1576, during the Ottoman rule of the region, this historic mosque is an architectural gem...
1.3 miSW
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
National Polytechnic Museum, Sofia
35 min walk • The National Polytechnical Museum is a science museum located in Sofia, Bulgaria.
1.4 miSW
Church
Cathedral of St Joseph, Sofia
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0.9 miSW
Bridge
Lions' Bridge, Sofia
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1.4 miSW
Memorial, Sacred and religious sites, Church
Statue of Sveta Sofia, Sofia
35 min walk • The Statue of Sveta Sofia is a monumental sculpture in Sofia, Bulgaria. The statue, erected in 2000, stands in a spot once occupied by a statue of Lenin.
1.2 miSW
Neo-renaissance architecture, Flea market, Shopping
Central Sofia Market Hall, Sofia
32 min walk • The Central Sofia Market Hall, known popularly simply as The Market Hall is a covered market in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, located on Marie Louise Boulevard. It was opened in 1911 and is today an important trade centre in the city.
1.2 miSW
Prominent synagogue with a museum
Sofia Synagogue, Sofia
32 min walk • The Sofia Synagogue is the largest synagogue in Southeastern Europe, one of two functioning in Bulgaria and the third-largest in Europe.
1 miS
Church
Church of St Paraskeva, Sofia
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1.2 miS
Baths, Neo-renaissance architecture, Spa
Sofia Central Mineral Baths, Sofia
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