# Bachkovo Monastery

> Founded in 1083, the second-largest monastery in Bulgaria, with frescoed churches around a leafy courtyard. Paid parking is by the road below, past a lane of 

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Founded in 1083, the second-largest monastery in Bulgaria, with frescoed churches around a leafy courtyard. Paid parking is by the road below, past a lane of market stalls.

- **Nearest town:** Bachkovo, Bulgaria
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 41.9420, 24.8490

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