IMG_8002 - With the beauty, and the only sound that of one quiet voice praying, the atmosphere was very soothing and meditative.
IMG_8003 - The 15 m-diameter mosque dome was restored to its original design after the fall of Communism.
IMG_8006 - A Muslim lady, praying with her husband, and I were downstairs for a while, then were gently asked to move up to the women's balcony.
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IMG_8008 - The archeological dig of Cardo Maximus, the main street of old Serdica, dates from the 5th-6th century.
IMG_8014 - The dig extends under some adjacent streets and buildings.
IMG_8015 - Sveta Sofia, with her symbols of power (crown), fame (wreath), and wisdom (owl)
IMG_8016 - St Nedelya East Orthodox Cathedral (or St Kyriaki, a 3rd century martyr) Church. I attended the 7 pm service.
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IMG_8026 - Vitosha Boulevard is perfect for buskers.
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IMG_8031 - The fountain in the metro station below the NDK (National Palace of Culture), back near the overpass