Romanian Orthodox Monastery

Best time to visit

Jar a jeseň ponúkajú príjemné počasie a menší počet návštevníkov, ideálne na fotografovanie fresiek bez davov.

Budget tips

Vstup je bezplatný, no na tradičné slávnosti sa odporúča rezervácia vopred kvôli obmedzenej kapacite.

Recommended for

Milovníci histórie, Fotografi, Duchovní pútnici

Plan your visit

1-2 hodiny

About

Quick facts: The monastery is among the most significant Orthodox landmarks in the region with a unique combination of Gothic and Byzantine styles. It receives about 50,000 pilgrims and tourists annually.

Highlights: The interior is decorated with frescoes over 300 years old depicting biblical stories with details of branching trees and figures. There is also an annual traditional celebration where men in traditional costumes erect a living wooden cross up to 5 meters high.