Rila Monastery Bulgaria

Named for the hermit Ivan of Rila and founded in the 10th century, the impressive Rila Monastery is located in the mountains south of Sofia.

Quick Facts on Rila Monastery
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World Heritage Site Data
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ID
216
Names
دير ريلا AR
Rila Monastery EN
Monasterio de Rila ES
Monastère de Rila FR
Рильский монастырь RU
里拉修道院 ZH
Nation(s)
Bulgaria
Criteria
(vi)
Size
10.7 hectares
Year Inscribed
1983