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The predominant religion in Bulgaria is Eastern Orthodoxy (about 85 per cent of the population). Other religious groups represented in the country include Muslims (about 12 per cent), Catholics (about 0.6 per cent) and Protestants (about 0.5 percent).
During communist times, religious activity was largely suppressed. Despite that fact, Orthodox practices and traditions were preserved.
Bulgaria has numerous churches and monasteries, some of which also act as museums and tourist attractions. Rila Monastery is probably the most well-known religious centre in the country. It is located in the Rila mountains, about two hours south of Sofia, and is a must-see for any visitor to the country.

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Actor John Cusack's political satire against the US-led war in Iraq - War, Inc - which was filmed in Bulgaria, premiered earlier this week at New York's Tribeca Film Festival.Cusack was involved in writing the screenplay and stars as the hitman .....| Read more


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Churches and religious organisations

We offer you the contact details of churches, Christian denominations and religious organisations present in Bulgaria.   Bulgarian Orthodox Church official website: http://bulch.tripod.com/boc   So.....| Read more

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Bulgaria's Constitution guarantees freedom of religion. At the same time regulations forbid public practices of religion by unregistered groups. Bulgarians are generally open to religious practices, different from the officially recognised Chri.....| Read more

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