The Shipka Memorial Church, located in Shipka, Bulgaria, was built between 1885 and 1902 in honor of those who died for the freedom of Bulgaria during the Russian-Turkish War of 1877-1878. The church is a symbol of the Bulgarian Renaissance and stands as a reminder of the country’s struggle for independence.
The Shipka Memorial Church is located in the town of Shipka, which is approximately a 2-hour drive from Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Visitors can reach Shipka by car or by taking a bus from Sofia to the town of Kazanlak, and then transferring to a local bus to Shipka.
Entrance to the Shipka Memorial Church is free of charge. However, donations are welcome to support the maintenance and preservation of the church.
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