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In the historic district of Sozopol, you will find one of Bulgaria's oldest and most exquisite Bulgarian Revival churches, known as 'St. George the Victorious.' This architectural gem houses precious fragments of St. John the Baptist's relics, discovered on the island of St. John. Within the walls of the church of St. George the Victorious, a collection of valuable icons dating back to the latter half of the 19th century is meticulously preserved. Additionally, the church safeguards other significant Christian relics, including a portion of the Holy Cross and fragments of the relics of St. Andrew the First Called. Originally serving as the cathedral of the Sozopol diocese, this church was constructed in 1860 on the grounds of an ancient basilica. Throughout its history, it has undergone various renovations and repairs, with the most recent restoration occurring in 1991.

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