Like other churches built under Ottoman rule, it was set partly below ground level so that it would not rise above the surrounding buildings. Steps lead down into the interior, which was enlarged and redecorated in the 19th century.
Inside you will find a carved and gilded iconostasis, colourful murals and painted ceilings. A separate bell tower stands in the churchyard, which forms a small green square in the middle of the city. Services are still held regularly, so visitors are asked to dress modestly and keep quiet inside.
The cathedral is a short walk from Svoboda Square and the main pedestrian street, so it is easy to include in a walk around central Ruse.
