Sofia Bulgaria

St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

The magnificent St. Alexander Nevsky Memorial Church, built to the designs of architect Pomerantsev from 1904 to 1912, is one of the finest pieces of 20th century architecture in Sofia. The interior is just as splendid in materials and craftsmanship: Italian marble, Brazilian onyx, African alabaster, frescoes and woodcarvings by the best Bulgarian and Russian artists.
The underground crypt has an impressive collection of icons. The exposition opened in 1964 and features icons from across Bulgaria that are among the 9th to 18th century masterpieces in the Balkans. Several icons from the 12th to 14th century match the best works of Constantinople studios of the age.
Actually, Bulgarian icons have countless fans across the world and have always fascinated people, evoking profound respect and admiration. At least, this has been the reaction to all expositions abroad: in Paris, Brussels, Madrid, Munich, Berlin, Warsaw, Moscow, Venice, Havana, Caracas, Delhi, Tokyo. All have had stunning success.

posted by Tanya @ 9:17 AM