The Lozen Monastery Saint Spas

The Monastery Saint Spas is situated at the foot of the Lozen Mountain just below the Polovrak Peak. It was founded in the time of the Second Bulgarian State. The monastery complex consists of church, residential and farm buildings. In 1382, during the seizing of Sofia and the Urvich fortress, it was robbed and destroyed by the Ottomans. After its rebuilding in the 17th century, a local literary school was established. The church is one-shipped and three domed, with measurements 14 to 7 meters. It was constructed in 1821 and painted in 1869. The wall paintings are still well preserved. Today the monastery is permanently going monastery for young girls. It has left rich artistic and cultural heritage, that’s why it was announced a monument of culture.