Religious site
Church of St John Aliturgetos
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The Church of St John Aliturgetos is a partially ruined medieval church in Nessebar, celebrated for its refined architectural design. Built in the 14th century, the church features a cross-in-square plan with a dome, and its walls display decorative brickwork and stone carvings. Despite its roofless state, the structure retains elegant arches and window frames that hint at its former grandeur. Visitors can explore the ruins and imagine the church in its prime, while the open sky above adds a contemplative atmosphere.
Don't miss
- View the surviving decorative brickwork and stone reliefs on the exterior walls.
- Walk through the roofless nave and admire the graceful arches.
- Look for fragments of frescoes still visible on the interior plaster.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Church of St John Aliturgetos
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBiblical Ephesus & Basilica Of St. John & The Mary's House Tour4.6★ · 17 travelers4–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$25 per personSee dates →
Most booked4-hour Boat Trip with Fishing, Lunch and Unlimited Drinks in Nessebar4.6★ · 121 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$103 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Wine Tasting in the UNESCO town of Nessebar5★ · 28 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$57 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nessebar