Religious site
St. Cyricus Island
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St. Cyricus Island, connected to Sozopol's old town by a narrow causeway, is an active archaeological site and religious landmark. The island features the restored Monastery of St. Cyricus and St. Julitta, originally built in the 14th century, along with ruins of a Thracian settlement, an ancient Greek temple, and early Christian basilicas. Visitors can walk among the excavations, see the monastery's stone walls and fresco fragments, and enjoy panoramic views of the Black Sea and Sozopol's coastline.
Don't miss
- Explore the restored Monastery of St. Cyricus and St. Julitta, with its stone architecture and partial frescoes
- View the excavated remains of an ancient Greek temple and early Christian basilicas
- Take in sweeping sea views from the island's elevated paths
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit St. Cyricus Island
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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