Monasteries in Romania

Discover 4 places tagged “monasteries” in Romania.

Bârsana, Romania

Bârsana Monastery

The most impressive example of contemporary Romanian architecture in wood

A white church with four small turrets, two of which appear to twist

Curtea de Argeș, Romania

Curtea de Argeș Monastery

According to a gruesome legend, an architect sacrificed his wife to build this spectacular, 16th-century cathedral.

Sucevița, Romania

Suceviţa Monastery

This fortress-like monastery is covered with intricate frescoes.

West entrance in the cathedral.

Cârța, Romania

Cârța Monastery

Climbing to the top of the cathedral's bell tower offers sweeping views of these medieval ruins.

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