Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God, Veliko Turnovo

Name: Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God
Address: Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria

#10 among attractions in Veliko Turnovo

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Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God

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Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God, Veliko Turnovo

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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. Located on top of the fortified Tsarevets hill in the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, the cathedral was the seat of the Bulgarian patriarch from its construction in the 11th–12th century to its destruction in 1393. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°4'58"N, 25°39'8"E

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Veliko Turnovo Bulgaria

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Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tsarevets Fortress, Devingrad, Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Church of Saints Peter and Paul.

~260 ftN
Grand 12th-century fortress with a show
Tsarevets Fortress, Veliko Turnovo
2 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...
~1630 ftNE
Palace
Devingrad, Veliko Turnovo
8 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...
~850 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Veliko Turnovo
5 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.
~1820 ftN
Museum, Church
Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Veliko Turnovo
9 min walk • 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.
0.8 miW
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.
~870 ftS
Tower, Vernacular architecture
Baldwin's Tower, Veliko Turnovo
5 min walk • Baldwin's Tower is a defensive tower located in the Bulgarian town of Veliko Tarnovo, in the southeast of the Tsarevets Fortress.
0.4 miNW
Church
Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, Veliko Turnovo
11 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.
0.5 miW
Library
Library of Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Turnovo
14 min walk • The Library of Veliko Tarnovo is the third largest library in Bulgaria.
0.4 miW
43°4'54"N • 25°38'38"E
"Tsarevgrad Turnov" multimedia visitor centrer, Veliko Turnovo
11 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
0.8 miW
43°5'3"N • 25°38'14"E
Gurko Street, Veliko Turnovo
20 min walk • Historic walking areas, Street
1.2 miNE
Village
Arbanassi
32 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 Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God?

Nearby attractions include Tsarevets Fortress, Veliko Turnovo (2 min walk), Holy Forty Martyrs Church, Veliko Turnovo (5 min walk), Baldwin's Tower, Veliko Turnovo (5 min walk), Devingrad, Veliko Turnovo (8 min walk).

How to get to Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God by public transport?

The nearest stations to Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God:

Bus

Св. 40 мъченици • Lines: 110, 5, 50 (6 min walk)
Димитър Найденов 2-ра • Lines: 5 (7 min walk)

Train

Трапезица (13 min walk)
Велико Търново (24 min walk)