Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Veliko Turnovo

Name: Church of Saints Peter and Paul
Address: Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria

#6 among attractions in Veliko Turnovo

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Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Veliko Turnovo

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The Church of Saints Peter and Paul is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in the city of Veliko Tarnovo in central northern Bulgaria, the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire. The 13th-century church lies at the foot of the Tsarevets hill's northern slopes and was reconstructed in 1981. ()

Local name: Св. св. Петър и Павел Coordinates: 43°5'16"N, 25°39'3"E

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Veliko Turnovo Bulgaria

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Church of Saints Peter and Paul – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tsarevets Fortress, Devingrad, Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Trapezitsa Fortress.

~1570 ftS
Grand 12th-century fortress with a show
Tsarevets Fortress, Veliko Turnovo
8 min walk • Perched on the commanding hill in the medieval city of Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria, the Tsarevets Fortress stands as a formidable monument to the country's storied past. This historic castle, once the heart of the Second Bulgarian Empire, is a symbol of national pride...
~1680 ftSE
Palace
Devingrad, Veliko Turnovo
9 min walk • Perched atop the picturesque hills of Veliko Turnovo, the ancient city in the heart of Bulgaria, lies the imposing fortress of Devingrad. Known for its strategic significance and historical grandeur, this fortress is a testament to the region's rich past...
~1230 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Veliko Turnovo
6 min walk • Nestled within the historic contours of Veliko Turnovo, the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, stands the Holy Forty Martyrs Church, a remarkable testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of Bulgaria.
0.8 miSW
Forts and castles
Trapezitsa Fortress, Veliko Turnovo
21 min walk • Trapezitsa is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo in northern Bulgaria.
0.5 miS
Tower, Vernacular architecture
Baldwin's Tower, Veliko Turnovo
13 min walk • Baldwin's Tower is a defensive tower located in the Bulgarian town of Veliko Tarnovo, in the southeast of the Tsarevets Fortress.
~690 ftW
Church
Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Veliko Turnovo
4 min walk • The Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in the city of Veliko Tarnovo in central northern Bulgaria, the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
~1820 ftS
Church
Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God, Veliko Turnovo
9 min walk • The Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of the Lord is a former Eastern Orthodox cathedral in the city of Veliko Tarnovo, in north central Bulgaria.
0.6 miSW
Library
Library of Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Turnovo
17 min walk • The Library of Veliko Tarnovo is the third largest library in Bulgaria.
0.5 miSW
43°4'54"N • 25°38'38"E
"Tsarevgrad Turnov" multimedia visitor centrer, Veliko Turnovo
14 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
0.7 miW
43°5'3"N • 25°38'14"E
Gurko Street, Veliko Turnovo
19 min walk • Historic walking areas, Street
1 miNE
Village
Arbanassi
27 min walk • One of the main attractions in Arbanassi is the Church of the Nativity, a stunning example of traditional Bulgarian architecture. Dating back to the 17th century, this ornately decorated church is adorned with beautiful frescoes and intricate wood carvings, providing a...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of Saints Peter and Paul?

Nearby attractions include Asenov, Veliko Turnovo (3 min walk), Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Veliko Turnovo (4 min walk), Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Veliko Turnovo (6 min walk), Tsarevets Fortress, Veliko Turnovo (8 min walk).

How to get to Church of Saints Peter and Paul by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of Saints Peter and Paul:

Bus

Помощно училище • Lines: 5 (2 min walk)
ЖП гара Трапезица • Lines: 110, 50 (5 min walk)

Train

Трапезица (8 min walk)
Велико Търново (29 min walk)