Zapalnya (submerged village)

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After the reservoir was build the village of Zapalnya was submerged under the water of Zhrebchevo Reservoir. In honor of the village the reservoir was named after it. Now when the water level is low the ruins of the village's church can be seen.
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Coordinates:   42°37'59"N   25°53'0"E

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  • The true name of this vilage is Zapalnia, The church is one and only bilding that remained of the vilage!
  • Actually the name of the village is Zapalnia! My grandparents were from there. The church, half remained in the water is really unique!
  • In 1964 he emigrated and residents s.Zapalnya.Tsarkvata last name was St. John of Rila.
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