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Bulgaria

One of Europe’s oldest nations, founded in AD 681, Bulgaria offers a rich tapestry of religious and cultural history that makes it an exceptional pilgrimage destination.

Across the country’s breathtaking mountains and valleys stand ancient monasteries, some more than a thousand years old, where remarkable frescoes, treasured manuscripts, and enduring Orthodox traditions have been carefully preserved. These sacred sanctuaries, many still active today, continue to shape Bulgaria’s spiritual landscape.

Bulgaria is also renowned for its long tradition of craftsmanship and agriculture, producing fine red and white wines and nearly 70% of the world’s rose oil.

Sofia, founded on ancient sacred springs over 7,000 years ago, is home to the monumental Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the early Christian Church of St. Sofia. Plovdiv—Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city and the 2019 European Capital of Culture—reveals layers of Thracian, Roman, and Christian history.

McCabe Educational Trust

The McCabe Educational Trust is the charitable wing of McCabe Pilgrimages, functions independently with its own board of Directors and is a registered charity.

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Organising a Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage is our speciality and in 2023 we celebrated our 40th year in business – so we must be doing something right! We work with all denominations and are happy to tailor every pilgrimage to the needs of each particular church. For instance, some parties would plan one or two Eucharists during their pilgrimage but others will choose a daily celebration. In the Holy Land, your focus may be the Galilean ministry or a re-creation of Holy Week in Jerusalem. You tell us what your particular interest is and we will recommend an itinerary

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