Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius
Църква Св. Св. Кирил и Методий
An Orthodox church near the entrance to the old town. It houses relics unearthed on St. Ivan Island in 2010 and believed to belong to John the Baptist, drawing large numbers of pilgrims.
This church was built in the late 19th century, and its bell tower is a landmark at the entrance to the old town. The small stone chest of relics found in the monastery ruins on St. Ivan Island in 2010 is believed to contain the remains of John the Baptist. The Bulgarian Orthodox Church placed them here, and believers often queue to venerate them. The church is modest in size, free to enter, and visitors should dress appropriately and keep quiet. It is located near the Archaeological Museum and the southern fortress wall, so it is easy to visit while exploring the old town.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Southern Fortress Wall and Tower
- Sozopol Archaeological Museum
- Sozopol Old Town
- Church of the Holy Mother of God
- Harmani Beach
- St. Ivan Island
- Kavatsi Beach
- Ravadinovo Castle