Church of St. George Rotunda
Ротонда „Св. Георги“
A 4th-century Roman brick rotunda, Sofia's oldest surviving building, hidden in a courtyard enclosed by the Presidency and a hotel.
St. George Rotunda was built in the 4th century, during the Roman city of Serdica. It may originally have been a bathhouse or prayer hall before being converted into a church, and it is the oldest complete building in Sofia. The dome interior preserves multi-layered frescoes from the 10th to 14th centuries, and the 22 prophet figures are especially fine. Roman street remains surround the church, which is enclosed by the Presidency and the Sheraton hotel. It remains an active church. Entry is free, and visitors should keep quiet. Outside the Presidency's main gate, you can watch guards in traditional uniforms change shifts on the hour.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- St Nedelya Church
- National Archaeological Museum
- Ancient Serdica Complex
- Central Mineral Baths (Sofia History Museum)
- Banya Bashi Mosque
- Central Sofia Market Hall
- Sofia Synagogue
- Ivan Vazov National Theatre & City Garden