Project
Monastery complex Saint John the Baptist
Contracting Authority
Christian Art and Architecture Foundation “Nikola Fichev and Zachary Zograph”
Location
Kardjali, Bulgaria
Period of implementation
June 1998 – December 2000
Glavbolgarstroy’s role in the project
Prime contractor
Nature of works
- Construction and restoration works
- Restoration of fortification walls and towers
Technical characteristics
- Starting from level 4.50 where historic restoration is carried out;
- Specially encased concrete walls with insulation
- Reinforced domes with steel skeleton, made directly on the ground, assembled and cast on site;
- Еxecuted plaster under a special recipe of Professor Prashkov for the purpose of subsequent iconpainting;
- Unique arched carved doors of oak
