The imposing Putna Monastery is the first religious fondation of Saint Voivode Stephen the Great. The Monastery Museum displays an important collection of valuable manuscriprts, ecclesiastical objects and ceramics from the medieval times.
Unfortunately, this large monastery was burnt in the 1600s and the paintings were lost. The architecture though is impressive and it was one of the most impressive piece ordered to be built by Stephen the Great. I suggest to not miss it from the visiting circuit.
One of the biggest monasteries and a landmark for Romanians, it impressed us. It is not decorated as the other monasteries of the area but still it is very imposing
Putna monastery, built in the 16-th century by Stefan the Great, who is also buried here, is certainly the most beautiful monastery in Moldova and Bucovina. Beside the old church, which was reworked and rebuilt, there is also a very interesting museum, where you can see a copy of the sword of the great king. It is a "must to visit" point for everyone interested in the culture or history.
A very nice monastery in 'Bucovina' in a very nice place ... You have to go there if you visit Bucovina
Another place long time added on the UNESCO World Heritage list.It's the place where a great Romanian king, Stephen the Great has his tomb. A place where history and God met together and it's a must to see visiting Romania.For family with kids and/or teens the visit it's recommended to acknowledge the Romanian spirituality.
It's a place full of history and faith. Inside there is a museum with tombs covers and artifacts from XV century.
This is very much a working monastery. We stayed 2 nights: a bit austere but comfortable room with good en suite bathroom. The church is relatively plain (compared to painted monasteries nearby).
Look on the mountain to the left of the monastery. You will se Stefan's name written with trees - I did not expect that and I have not seen that anywhere else before. The family tomb also give a you a feeling of solemnity.
This monastery is deeply impressive first of all because of its quiet, 'not showy' nature and architecture. You get the feeling that something very old and of certain depthness is involved there. It's utmost Romanian in character, both architecturally and spiritually, and one can really feel the calmness and profound feeling of historical meditation surrounding him/her.Just look around and you get the reason why Stefan cel Mare si Sfant chosen to be buried there - of all the monasteries he built.