Church of Sts. Constantine and Helen
Sveti Konstantin ve Elena Kilisesi
A 19th-century Bulgarian Orthodox church, restored with Bulgarian funding and reopened, reflecting Edirne's multi-ethnic history.
This Bulgarian Orthodox church was built in 1869 and was the principal church of Edirne's Bulgarian community. As the population moved away after the Balkan Wars, it gradually fell into disuse. Between 2008 and 2015 it was restored and reconsecrated through cooperation between Bulgaria and Turkey, and its iconostasis and wood carvings are exquisite. It is located near the Tunca River, south of the city, and it reflects Edirne's past as a multi-ethnic Balkan city within the Ottoman Empire. Opening hours are irregular, so it is best to check with the caretaker in advance.
Opening hours
Hours vary
Nearby sights
- Meriç Bridge
- Ali Pasha Bazaar
- Selimiye Arasta
- Rüstem Pasha Caravanserai
- Bedesten
- Grand Synagogue of Edirne
- Selimiye Mosque
- Old Mosque