Rila Monastery and Boyana Church

I went on a day trip to Rila Monastery, with a stop at Boyana Church on the way back to Sofia.  It was one of those small group tour things, but was helpful to have someone explain everything to you, since the signage wasn't that great there.  It was an amazing setting and a beautiful monastery.

This tower is the only original section remaining from the 14th century...although the rest was rebuilt in the 1830's after a fire, so still old as well.

The murals were colorful and elaborate. 

Boyana Church is even older.  The first part was built in the 11th century.  Inside were original frescoes, but unfortunately couldn't take pictures of those.