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- 04 Dec
Tudi in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTSA Guide to Romania’s Most Beautiful Churches
Budesti Josan
Since the ex-communist bloc has opened up, tourists have been thrilled to discover the hidden treasures of Eastern European countries like Romania, Croatia, Slovakia or Ukraine. Romania’s touristic potential is still insufficiently exploited, but the undeniable value of some Romanian monuments has surpassed the efforts made by the local travel industry. Therefore, not only have Romanian churches become part of the universal patrimony, but there are numerous tourists who come to Romania with the only purpose of seeing these masterpieces of traditional architecture.
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Trei Ierarhi church was founded by the Moldavian voivode Vasile Lupu in the 17th century. Located in the culturally stimulating city of Iasi, Trei Ierarhi is a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. The church was built with all the sophistication and expensive materials worthy of a king: its exterior walls are entirely carved in delicate arabesques, whilst its interior hosts some precious orthodox icons, all covered in jewels and gold, a unique mosaic and the famous ostrich egg chandeliers.
Voronet
Voronet Monastery is part of a world-renowned ensemble of 5 churches (Voronet, Moldovita, Sucevita, Arbore and Humor), famous for their exterior paintings. These churches are spread over the northern part of Romania – known as Bucovina – and have been all designated as UNSECO World Heritage Sites. Two are the elements that distinguish Voronet from all the other churches: the inimitable blue nuance of its frescos (popularly known as “Voronet Blue”) and its founder, Stefan cel Mare (Stephen the Great), who is one of the biggest heroic figures in the Romanian history.
Biserica Neagra
Biserica Neagra (also known as ‘The Black Church’ or ‘Die Schwarze Kirche’) is the only church on the list that is not Christian Orthodox and it represents, in many aspects, a monument of extremes. It is the largest Gothic church in South Eastern Europe, is home to the biggest church bell in Romania and to one of the biggest and most beautiful Baroque style organs in the country. The church got its name from a 1689 fire that caused some severe damage; partially rebuilt in Baroque fashion, the church hosts a unique collection of oriental carpets.
Curtea de Arges
There are few edifices in Romania that are as close to the souls of Romanians as Curtea de Arges Monastery. Dating back from the early 16th century, the church reflects an interesting mix between the knowledge of foreign architects and the dexterity of local artists. The uniqueness of its features and decorative motifs has given birth to a famous Romanian legend: the legend of the master builder Manole, who is said to have sacrificed the life of his beloved wife in order to finish up his prodigious work.
Budesti-Josani
It’s hard to say if the church from Budesti Josani is the most beautiful between Maramures churches, but it is definitely one of the most impressive wooden constructions in the country. Built around 1643, the church has mural paintings preserved from the mid 18th century. Not many of the visitors who become fascinated with these wooden churches are aware of the fact that their existence was determined by a medieval law, prohibiting the construction of stone churches.
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