Monasteries in Vanatori Natural Park

Vanatori Natural Park hosts on its territory numerous touristic attractions such as the old monasteries build in the forests of this park.

Neamt Monasteryalso known as the “Jerusalem of the Romanian Orthodoxy” was built in the time or ruler Petru I Musat and is the oldest monastery from Moldova region. The church of the monastery was built by ruler Stefan cel Mare and it’s considered to be one of the most representative buildings of its time with decorated facades. The original painting can be seen at the entrance of the church and on the altar as well in the tomb chambers.

Varatec Monasteryis located in a beautiful natural environment and it’s known as the monastery with the highest number of nuns from Romania. The church of the monastery was built in 1808 in the moldavian architectural style with two cylindrical towers. Here you can also visit the museum of religious objects and the tomb of Veronica Micle.