Basilica of the Holy Mother of God Eleusa

Nesebar, Bulgaria

The Basilica of the Holy Mother of God Eleusa is a former monastery church situated in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Nesebar in Bulgaria.

The church, on the northern side of the peninsula, was built in the 6th century. It is recorded until the 14th century, and formed part of a monastery complex. It is presumed to have been destroyed by an earthquake.

The northern part and the central nave had sunk into the sea, but in 1920 excavations and research began here, and the church is now well-preserved and partly restored.

It has three naves, three apses and a narthex, with two smaller apses on the north and south sides. It is 28 m long and 18 m wide.

References:

Wikipedia

Religious sites in Bulgaria

Address

Krajbrezhna 24, Nesebar, Bulgaria

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Details

Founded: 6th century AD
Category: Religious sites in Bulgaria

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Derek (4 months ago)
Very quaint but historically relevant place visit

Juraj Simansky (10 months ago)
Nice old city place in Nessebar you have to visit if you stay near the city

František Tulec (11 months ago)
A beautiful historical monument. One of the many must see places in Nessebar.

Jade P (5 years ago)
I love this place, nessebar is really worth to see. The holy mother church is close so you can make pics only from outside, small remains..with in front you all the see, very nice!

Szilágyi István (5 years ago)
Incredible view! If you are near, you must visit the old town of Nesebar. It's really captivating.

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