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    Exterior of the church is low to the ground. Many features of the building maintained security.
    The entrance - very small for security.This is a Christian Orthodox church.The oldest chapel with an opening to the inner chapel.The entrance to the inner chapel.Looking in thru the inner chapel opening, closed to the public.

    The Nativity of Christ Church, Arbanasi

    October 20, 2022 in Bulgaria ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C

    This 14-15th century church is known as the Bulgarian Sistine Chapel. It was built in 3 stages with 3 distinct adjoining areas. Only natural materials have been used to make the colours of the frescoes. The coloured dust plus egg are combined to make the paint durable and waterproof. Every inch of the interior is frescoed.Read more