Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin

Varna


Varna's cathedral (1886) is topped with golden onion domes. Note the murals (painted in 1950) and colourful stained-glass windows, though you'll have to pay 5 lv if you want to take photos inside.

Transportation

  • bus: 8, 9, 109, 409

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