Bulgaria: Rila Monastery - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite

More info about travel to Bulgaria: http://www.ricksteves.com/europe/bulg... Founded in the 10th century, Rila Monastery was a stronghold for Bulgarian faith, language, and culture during nearly 500 years of Ottoman rule. And today, it remains the country's revered national treasure. #ricksteveseurope #ricksteves #bulgaria Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: • “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read... • “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read... • European Tours: https://www.ricksteves.com/tours • Guidebooks: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/gui... • Travel Gear: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/ • Travel Classes: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read... • Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read... Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.