Memorial Temple “St. Alexander Nevski” with the crypt

The cathedral temple “St. Alexander Nevski” is considered a symbol of the Bulgarian capital. It is located in the center of Sofia, at the eponymous square. The reflection of its golden domes attracts attention from miles away.

The temple was built in honor of the Russian Emperor Alexander the 2nd, also known as the Tsar - Liberator, whose army liberated Bulgaria of the five-century long Ottoman Dominion in 1878. St. Alexander Nevski, whose name the cathedral bears, was a Russian prince (lived 1220 - 1263) – a great military commander and diplomat. He is a saint, patron of the Russian Emperor Alexander the 2nd and is symbol of the Russian military glory.

The crypt is located in the basement of the church – it has a collection of icons, where visitors can see many masterpieces of the iconic art paintings.

Availability for visits: Paid, all year round, available guide

Transport accessibility: Public Transport

Tourist infrastructure: Yes