Very cool, very old (1360 AD) church built into the cliff face. There are frescos that have survived intact and are very well preserved, especially on the ceiling, but many others are damaged as would be expected. Look closely and see an interpretation of the Last Supper that is 100 years older than da Vinci's masterpiece. Don't expect a large place (it's carved into a cliff, after all) or vivid colors as I believe the church, though protected, was still open to the elements for hundreds of years. There is also a nice, flat look out area on the way up that shows the beautiful valley and surrounding cliffs. Note: There's a longer, sloping way up that doesn't involve as many steps that makes the church a little easier to reach, although you will still have to navigate at least a few steps. You can take the steep steps on the way down, but if you have knee problems, just take the long way back, as from what I understand, going down steps is actually harder on your knees than going up.

This is a beautiful and magic place - not only because of its historic significance, but also for the natural beauty of its location. It is worthwhile to make the trip and see the medieval frescoes

This site is an amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site with frescos dating 800 years ago. I loved the (easy) climb and the site. Beware of the hungry mosquitos and spray generously before ascending the stairs.

A really cool old church carved into a mountain. There's a gentle walking trail up to the church entrance (if the 126 steep stairs are too challenging) with nice views of the surrounding valley. The murals inside the church itself are breathtaking and remarkably well preserved. There was a tour guide at the entrance who collected fees and answered questions about the structure and its history. Definitely worth a visit if you are in/near Ruse.

This is a remarkable place; think about: the paintings are created in the 14th century and explain the live of Jesus. A must see if you are in the area.

These medieval temples are interesting to visit. They have played a significant role in the second Bulgarian kingdom.  But please don't expect to see something wow. Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo are located near Ruse. The town i strongly recommend to see.Parking is not a problem. Entrance is around 6 EUR. Kids are for free but as always prices may vary year to year. There are not restaurants nearby.

Beautiful frescoes that are incredibly well preserved inside this tiny church hewn from rock. I recommend taking the path past the souvenir shop and walk up the hill following the sign. The stairs from the car park were incredibly slippy (it had just rained) although there is a hand rail to hold. The ticket man was incredibly helpful and told us all about the frescoes in English.

Excellent C13 monastery with roof and wall paintings. Beautiful views out into the valley. Quite a stiff climb 40 metres up to the monastery.

Unique and quite impressive place. Ask for a guided tour- the guide has treasured stories about the church and its 660 years of history.

Уникално местоположение! заслужава си да бъде посетено! It is a really unique place in the rocks with stunning view that deserve to be visited. You will be fascinated from this historical place . I recommend you to visit!

Surprising! A natural wonder! Also a historical place. Very old paintings protected as Unesco site

Very interesting historical place, the path is nice and easy, very short, there is a panoramic view. The ecopath is in Rusenski Lom Natural Park, a place you should consider to visit, but be careful of the mosquitoes.

(Translated by Google) I advise everyone to visit! Great painting! Beauty! (Original) Советую всем посетить! Великолепная роспись! Красота!

Amazing rock-hewn churches with great and well preserved frescoes. Nice (and short) panoramic pathway nearby.

The caves have been inhabited by monks from the 1200 when it was founded by the Patriarch of Bulgaria Joachim I. The monastery complex reached over 40 churches. Frescoes were painted in 13th century. There are nice stairs to climb (the old wooden ones were removed) ... There is also a panoramic view.

I would not say that is impressive but it is worth a look. There is quite a great scenery, there's also a small hike path that guides you to some view points. In the end you arrive at the church where you can find details of what and how it happened to look as it is, in different languages given to you for free by the guides over there. Also there is a gift shop from where you can buy magnets and some perfumes.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and pleasant place to relax over the weekend. Recently opened a little neat restaurant where you can eat at very decent prices. (Original) Красиво и приятно място за отдих през уикенда.От скоро заработи и малко спретнато заведение в което можете да хапнете на съвсем прилични цени.

Tiny decorated rock church in beautiful surroundings.

Excellent place to see with minimum of tourists. Definitely recommend, as the history will overwhelm you there.

(Translated by Google) Nothing to see (Original) אין מה לראות

This was amazing. Only went as we saw it on Google Maps. Amazing walk up to the church, sadly closed when we visited. And Panoramic Rock was amazing

Нещо което всеки трябва да види......

Beautiful, but small and very few people although I was there on a Sunday (27 august 2023). It is also not suited for many people. Better go there with an organized tour or with private transportation. I came from Ruse, took train to Ivanovo. But no transportation from there to the church. And no trsnsportation from church to Ruse or Ivanovo. On location you can buy drinks but no food

A church cut into the rock hundreds of years ago, and then painted with biblical scenes on every surface possible! Access is either up some steep steps, or along a cliff side path, so not for the faint. But the view inside is quite something, and the view from the balcony spectacular!

Hidden gem. Very nice place with a lot of history. I would recommend taking the trail on the way up and the stairs on the way down.

Nice place to spend for few hours. To get to the site you need to climb a few tens of stairs, so it is difficult to access for people with locomotion problems, but there is a longer alternative, not so hardly to get up. Also there is an entrance fee: 10 leva/adult and 5 leva/children.

This was well worth the effort it took for us to get there and check this place out. We were on foot so we had to walk from the train station but it was so fascinating. We’ve been a lot of places and have seen a lot of cool things. This will stick in our memories.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, accessible, the views are great. There is a toilet, they sell drinks, magnets. (Original) Красиво място, достъпно е, гледките са страхотни. Има тоалетна, продават напитки, магнитчета.

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(Translated by Google) I would like to go again (Original) Ще ми се да отида отново

(Translated by Google) Wonderful to see when you are in Bulgaria. Definitely worth doing (Original) Prachtig om te zien als je in Bulgarije bent. Zeker de moeite waard om te doen

(Translated by Google) Nice place for walks (Original) Хубаво място за разходки

(Translated by Google) They are superb! (Original) Sunt superbe!

(Translated by Google) Supported (Original) Поддържани

Quiet area, outstanding natural beauty, awe inspiring churches.

Impressive place. I didn't expect how high in the rock the church was located actually. Take the road instead of stars to go to the church - it is much easier, then claiming up.

Enjoy the panoramic view and the incredible feeling of getting in touch with a different era.

This is an amazing rock church, high up a limestone cliff. It is best to visit it in a circular (clockwise) manner i. e. walk along the flat paved road along from the large car park (with the church on your right) about 200 metres. Turn right up the mud and stone track. After a few minutes you will emerge at the top of the Ridge, with panoramic views all around. You are now on a stone track, with a sturdy steel handrail, and quite safe. Turn left for a photo opportunity, then back towards the church. It is about 100 metres, and you will pass quite a large cave on your left. Go around the bend to get to the church. If you are brave enough, step out onto the balcony. Come down via the steps back to the car park. The secret to doing this safely, is to wear good footwear that won't slip on mud or wooden steps.

Majestic scenery. Fascinating history. The tour guides are really passionate and helpful. There is a slight climb but is definitelly worth it.

Amazing rock-hewn church from the 13th century 38 m above ground. The personnel is really welcoming. They even provided a brief guided tour in Bulgarian and Romanian even though we haven't paid for it (there is a separate fee for that). I guess they can do so even in English. All in all, a place worth the visit!

Beautiful environment, great view from the top. The rock churche is an unique place also wth the small caves and rocks .

Beautiful view. You will have to climb some stairs till the little old church. Also pay a fee and have a guided tour.

(Translated by Google) You have to see. (Original) Трябва да се види.

(Translated by Google) The frescoes are well preserved. The ticket also includes a talk. It's interesting. It's worth seeing. (Original) Стенописите са добре запазени. Билетът включва и беседа. Интересно е. Заслужава си да се види.

(Translated by Google) There is access only to the rock monastery. I couldn't look at them. (Original) Достъп има само до скалния манастир. Не можах да ги разгледам.

(Translated by Google) It is worth a walk there, a short and easy route. Wonderful view of the Canyon. (Original) Merita o plimbărică pe acolo, traseu scurt și ușurel. Priveliște minunată spre Canion.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful place - as if you find yourself in another, untouched by human hand, world ??? (Original) Красиво място - все едно попадаш в друг, недокоснат от човешката ръка, свят ???

(Translated by Google) Nice place, the guide is out of place! He makes agreements with foreigners, thinking that we Bulgarians are illiterate and do not know the language! Nature yes, but ...... in relation to the Servant - no! (Original) Хубаво място, екскурзоводът не е на мястото си! Прави договорки с чужденците, като мисли , че ние българите сме неграмотни и не знаещи език! Природа да, но ......по отношение на Служителя- не!

(Translated by Google) The man who is inside and charges the entrance is charming, friendly and speaks a little Spanish. (Original) El señor que esta dentro y cobra la entrada es un encanto, amable y habla un poco de español.

(Translated by Google) An exciting place. Worth to see (Original) Вълнуващо място. Заслужава да се види

(Translated by Google) Unique place! Great beauty! (Original) Уникално място!Голяма красота!

Интересна църква! Тя е обект на световното културно и природно наследство на ЮНЕСКО и заради това стенописите са само консервирани, но не и реставрирани.

(Translated by Google) Fabulous views !!! (Original) Приказни гледки!!!

Beautiful view. The walk will take about an hour.

Good, but not that much to see

Great historic monument.

We were the only people there, a fantastic church hewn out of the rock. The staff explained all the paintings and gave a history of the place.

Worth spending time to explore the entire area

Small place up high and great views ❤️

The main church is well worth the visit! On a rainy day, however the 100 steps were a challenge for the less able. This was made worse when 3 tour buses arrived at once. There was no room to pass.

Good place for a short hike. The church is pretty fascinating

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, worth it, closing hours are 6pm. (Original) Piękne miejsce, warto, godziny zamknięcia to 18.

(Translated by Google) The experience was unique! Visit them! (Original) Преживяването беше уникално! Посетете ги!

Fascinating historical site. Lots of steps, but well worth the effort.

(Translated by Google) It is uniquely beautiful. Unfortunately, the monasteries were closed. To be safe, call in advance. There is a parking lot and from there it is on a path that is not steep and is pleasant. There is an amazing view from above. It's down the stairs. (Original) Уникално красиво е. За съжаление манастирите бяха затворени. За по - сигурно се обадете предварително. Има паркинг и от там нагоре е по пътека, която не е стръмна и е приятна. Отгоре се открива невероятна гледка. Надолу е по стълби.

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(Translated by Google) Extremely invigorating and mystical. (Original) Изключително зараждащото и мистично.

(Translated by Google) YOU RECEIVE EXTENSIVE INFORMATION. (Original) ПОЛУЧАВАТЕ ОБШИРНА ИНФОРМАЦИЯ.

(Translated by Google) They need to see each other (Original) Трябва да се видят

(Translated by Google) Easily accessible, beautiful! Extremely kind and responsive are the people working around! (Original) Лесно достъпно, красиво! Изключително мили и отзивчиви са хора работещи наоколо!

(Translated by Google) A place to visit! (Original) Място, което трябва да се посети!

(Translated by Google) Unique church (Original) Уникална църква

(Translated by Google) Unique place! Worth to visit! One of the nine Bulgarian sites in UNESCO. A walk in nature, combined with cultural and historical richness. Amazing views sealed the spirit of the times and the power of faith! (Original) Уникално място! Заслужава си да се посети! Един от деветте български обекта в ЮНЕСКО. Разходка сред природата, съчетана с културно и историческо богатство. Невероятни гледки запечатали духа на времето и силата на вярата!

(Translated by Google) I am very happy with our visit to this monastery! A unique place to see, and the views from there leave you breathless (Original) Много съм щастлива от посещението ни на този манастир! Уникално място, трябва да се види, а от гледките от там оставаш без дъх

Awesome place, an unique experience

Amazing place that should be visited. I keep coming back, there is some magic in the air here.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful historic site, but must be maintained more often to be attractive to tourists. The sign from the central road is unrecognizable - faded inscriptions and beginnings of corrosion. The road to the parking lot is overgrown, the bike lane or pedestrian sidewalk (I can't determine exactly what it is) is sunk in grass, mud, dirt and practically unusable. (Original) Красив исторически обект, но трябва по-често да се поддържа за да бъде атрактивен за туристите. Табелата от цетралният път е неразпознаваема - избелели надписи и заченки на корозия. Пътят до паркинга е обрасъл, велоалеята или пешеходното тротоарче (не мога да определя точно какво е) е потънало в треви, кал, пръст и на практика неизползваемо.

(Translated by Google) A very interesting and beautiful place. Convenient access, it is possible to pay admission in euro on site. The caretaker of the place has a lot of knowledge, it is worth asking for various details, in return we will get very interesting information about the history of the monument. Outside the church, it is worth walking along a short, but very picturesque path to the viewpoint. A place definitely worth recommending. (Original) Bardzo ciekawe i piękne miejsce. Dogodny dojazd, na miejscu możliwość zapłaty za wstęp w euro. Opiekun miejsca z ma sporą wiedzę, warto zapytać o różne szczegóły, w zamian uzyskamy bardzo ciekawe informacje na temat historii zabytku. Poza kościołem warto przejść krótką, acz bardzo malowniczą ścieżką na punkt widokowy. Miejsce zdecydowanie godne polecenia.

(Translated by Google) Remarkable view. Access is easy. There is parking next to the site, and the whole transition is about 20 minutes round trip. (Original) Забележителна гледка. Достъпа е лесен. Има паркинг до обекта, а целия преход е около 20 минути отиване и връщане.