Price: The route from the town of Bankia to Divotino monastery "Holy Trinity" is easily accessible, suitable for beginners tourists and even small children. It can not be completed in all seasons , but is a popular destination during the warmer months . In recent years, The eco town of Bankia in the neighborhood " Mihaylovo " to the monastery became one of the most popular day trip for residents of the capital and its surroundings.
Divotino monastery is located 5 km southwest of the town bank, and from his neighborhood " Mihaylovo " is only 2 km away. This allows the distance in both directions to be traveled for several hours, in the meantime, tourists have enough time to enjoy the majestic beauty of the monastery and surrounding her transition becomes more distinct , well-defined and well marked . Lacking any extreme or hazardous locations.
According to historians Divotinskia monastery was built in the tenth century ( there is a version for 1046 ) , during the reign of Peter I. It is situated in picturesque folds of Lulin Mountain, only two kilometers from the village of Pernik Divotino . In the Middle Ages is an important and educational center . During the Ottoman rule the monastery was destroyed and plundered several times , but each time was rebuilt by locals .
During the Bulgarian Revival in Divotino Monastery is a religious school , which taught children from the area. It is believed that during his tours around the lands inhabited by Bulgarians stayed here and Vasil Levski . After the Liberation, the monastery became known as the Royal Monastery because Ferdinand Saxe-Coburg visited him often and he makes gifts.
Present form Divotino monastery acquired in the early twentieth century. The church kept its icon of the Virgin Mary , which believers consider to be miraculous . Currently, the monastery is a male .
Tourists made more eco paths Bankia - Neighborhood " Mihaylovo " - Divotino Monastery can also enjoy the magnificent scenery of Lulin Mountain. Located just northwest of Vitosha , it differs sharply from the higher your sister . Lulin is much more delicate mountain, soft terrain and large Planes covered with vegetation typical of the region , in contrast to the harsh conditions and cut shapes of the capital.
The combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage make eco paths from the bank to Divotino monastery popular with the residents of Sofia and the surrounding settlements. Just a mile from the buzzing hive of the city you can enjoy true peace, tranquility and inner harmony .
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