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Bulgarian Culture 101 in Photos - Photo Gallery of Bulgarian Culture

By Kerry Kubilius, About.com

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Bulgarian Orthodox Church

Bulgarian Orthodox Church - Cathedral of the Assumption, Varna

Bulgarian Orthodox Church - Cathedral of the Assumption, Varna

Roman Milert © 2006
Bulgaria has many examples of Byzantine churches that attest to Bulgaria's long relationship with Eastern Orthodoxy. While Bulgaria has spiritual influences from Islam, other religions, and ancient pagan mysticism, many Bulgarians are deeply devout followers of the Orthodox faith. Rila Monastery is a part of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church.
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