This A is the Alexander Nevski Cathedral in Sofia Bulgaria.
It was build between 1882 and 1912 in the Byzantine style and is named after the Russian Tsar Alexander Nevksi who defeated the Swedes in 1240.
It is certainly an impressive sight and dominates the skyline in central Sofia.
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14 comments:
Such an intricately designed structure graced with a beautiful blue sky. Lovely.
What a beautiful cathedral and your photo is superb! Great shot for the A Day! Welcome to the fun! Enjoy! Have a great week!
Sylvia
ABC Team
The tsar was well praised with this cathedral, and so did you.
The colors and the architecture are absolutely beautiful!
Oh, my! That is gorgeous architecture!
This is a lovely cathedreal and a perfect post for the letter A.
What a gorgeous building.
Wow, that looks beautiful! Sofia in Bulgaria. Check. Another one on my list of places to visit!
PS: great word verification: blesses
impressive architecture!
ROG, ABC Wednesday team
Stunning architecture and photo!
Amazing architecture and beautiful shot for A!!
A is for aerial
fabulous building for an A post.
It's a gorgeous structure. These old buildings were so ornate. Nice start to ABC.
what lovely architecture... :) good shot of the cathedral.. the photo is beautiful.
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