Horezu Monastery (Hurezi Monastery)
Horezu Monastery (Hurezi Monastery)
Horezu Monastery (Hurezi Monastery)
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SoBrasov
Brasov, Romania1,033 contributions
Jul 2020
Extremely quiet with beautiful surroundings, this is how I feel all monasteries should feel like. Up on a small hill, with restricted car access, the compound is beautiful and feels very peaceful.
There are several small shops inside where you can find religious items, but also home made syrups, sweets or honey.
On the way out you can buy small souvenirs, some manually crafted, others ... not so much. In any case, there is much more decency and solitude here than other places with a similar architecture, like Sâmbăta.
There are several small shops inside where you can find religious items, but also home made syrups, sweets or honey.
On the way out you can buy small souvenirs, some manually crafted, others ... not so much. In any case, there is much more decency and solitude here than other places with a similar architecture, like Sâmbăta.
Written July 30, 2020
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Hyoga83
Bordeaux, France716 contributions
Oct 2021
Beautiful Brancovan style monastery, with well tended grounds. There are several buildings in the area, at least two are being restored.
The richness of the decoration is astounding, and it is full of religious treasures.
Arriving in the morning it was pretty quiet.
When in the area do not hesitate to visit Olari's workshops to see the Unesco ceramics they produce there.
And also visit the culas, a bit further south! Turkish style defensive houses, pretty interesting.
The richness of the decoration is astounding, and it is full of religious treasures.
Arriving in the morning it was pretty quiet.
When in the area do not hesitate to visit Olari's workshops to see the Unesco ceramics they produce there.
And also visit the culas, a bit further south! Turkish style defensive houses, pretty interesting.
Written October 7, 2021
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malholme
Lewes, UK546 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
This UNESCO listed Monastery is a truly lovely peaceful place. The paintings inside and outside the church are lovely. There are stalls outside with a good choice of local ceramics/pottery.....at non-touristy prices. Toilets are just inside the gate and there is a long inclined slope to the main buildings. The whole area has authentic Romanian architecture, and an air of tranquility.
Written September 16, 2018
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TravelingMMom
Boulder, CO215 contributions
Horezu Monastery sits beyond the small village in a hilly setting with fruit trees and hay. The long cobblestone path takes the visitor upwards and out towards the fortified walls made with brick and stone (similar to the oldest church in Cortes de Arges). This monastery features intricate carved details in the stonework not seen in other monasteries. Definitely worth the trip. The surrounding area is also rich in weaving/tapestry making and pottery, with the distinctive rooster motif. A cultural center at the entrance to the monastery, where the parking lot is, displays regional costumes and handicrafts.
Written July 15, 2010
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V5CB
Bucharest, Romania34 contributions
Oct 2017
Beautifully preserved monastery. Authentic Romanian architecture.
Go by car to the wooden gate, then walk for 3-4 minutes. Toilets at the entrance.
Must see: the former hospital area and small church at the back and up the hill from the main church (ask one of the nuns for the key)
No entrance fee
Go by car to the wooden gate, then walk for 3-4 minutes. Toilets at the entrance.
Must see: the former hospital area and small church at the back and up the hill from the main church (ask one of the nuns for the key)
No entrance fee
Written October 29, 2017
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poodle2000
Houston1,118 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
The monastery is nice on the outside and located on a moderate size hill in a wooded area. It is possible to park at the very top. The various buildings are nice and there were lots of flowers growing in October during our visit. The main church has fantastic paintings on the outside and inside. Unfortunately photos are not allowed on the inside but you can buy a booklet for 10 lei with photos on the inside. There is what looks like a dining hall across from the church with more excellent paintings that I was able to photograph. It looks like it is possible to stay there but I don’t know any of the details.
Written October 19, 2015
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Elena Ramona P
Bucharest, Romania74 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
This one of the most beautiful Romanian monasteries.Well preserved,this place brings peace to its visitor .
Written August 17, 2020
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bogdan alex
Bucharest, Romania61 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
Hurezi is the bigest monastic establishment in Romania, built in 1693 by Constantin Brancoveanu, UNESCO heritage since 1995.
The monastery has two enclosures.The outer one bordered by powerful brick walls with a big gate and a two floors building in the right side . The inner enclosure, rectangular, bordered on three sides by one floor buildings .East side ends with a big wall. In the middle is the big church.The architecture is pure romanian with original paintings.
The monastery has two enclosures.The outer one bordered by powerful brick walls with a big gate and a two floors building in the right side . The inner enclosure, rectangular, bordered on three sides by one floor buildings .East side ends with a big wall. In the middle is the big church.The architecture is pure romanian with original paintings.
Written December 7, 2018
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Wardnick1
new york461 contributions
Sep 2017 • Friends
This is a beautiful, peaceful place with white walls and a lovely church. It doesn't entail too mich walking. I've seen a lot of monasteries but this one is especially worth seeing. It is quite photogenic.
Written September 3, 2017
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Jazzumbo
Romania1,762 contributions
May 2017 • Family
This monastery should be included in a top 10 monasteries that worth a visit in Romania (and there are a lot of monasteries in the country).
It's, most probably, the most impressive Orthodox monastery in Oltenia region.
The entire site (including the church, the walls and all the buildings belonging to the monastery) is very well preserved and restaured. I think the best season to visit the monastery is from May to September so the visitors could enjoy the gardens filled with flowers
It's, most probably, the most impressive Orthodox monastery in Oltenia region.
The entire site (including the church, the walls and all the buildings belonging to the monastery) is very well preserved and restaured. I think the best season to visit the monastery is from May to September so the visitors could enjoy the gardens filled with flowers
Written June 8, 2017
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melbourneros
Point Lonsdale, Australia333 contributions
When is the monastery open to visitors ?
bogdan alex
Bucharest, Romania61 contributions
Hi ! The monastery is open for visitors everyday between 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you want, you can join the church service and the entrance is free of charge.If you go in the area, must see it.Enjoy!!!
Eduardo_Chercoles
Mostoles, Spain1,019 contributions
Buenas,
Hay poca información sobre este monasterio (patrimonio humanidad) y en general sobre los monasterios de la zona. ¿Alguien puede indicarme horarios de visita, si hay visitas guiadas y en general datos de interés sobre este monasterio y otros como los cercanos de vistrita y arnota?
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