Sveti Georgi Rotunda

Sveti Georgi Rotunda

The Church of St George is an Early Christian red brick rotunda that is considered the oldest building in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Built by the Romans in the 4th century, the building is famous for the 12th-, 13th- and 14th-century frescoes inside the central dome. Three layers of frescoes have been discovered, the earliest dating back to the 10th century. Magnificent frescoes of 22 prophets over 2 meters tall crown the dome. Painted over during the Ottoman period, when the building was used as a mosque, these frescoes were only uncovered and restored in the 20th century. Now, the Church of St George holds daily worship.

Address: pl Nezavisimost City Centre

Website: http://www.svgeorgi-rotonda.com