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Monasteries in Moldova

Historic monasteries in remarkable settings — from cliff-top retreats to UNESCO-listed abbeys.

12 places Best months: May–September

Moldova has 12 monasteries on our list, mostly in Administrative-Territorial Units of the Left Bank of the Dniester, Călăraşi, and Strășeni. Best months: May–September.

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The towns closest to the most places on this list.

Rîbnița Administrative-Territorial Units of the Left Bank of the Dniester · 2 places
Calarasi Călăraşi · 2 places
Straseni Strășeni · 1 places
Camenca Administrative-Territorial Units of the Left Bank of the Dniester · 1 places
Nisporeni Nisporeni · 1 places
Chișinău Chișinău Municipality · 1 places
Mohyliv-Podilskyi Vinnytsia Oblast · 1 places
Orhei Orhei · 1 places

Frequently asked questions

How many monasteries are there in Moldova?

Atlas of Seasons lists 12 notable monasteries in Moldova.

What are the best monasteries in Moldova?

The best-known are Căpriana monastery, Japca Monastery, and Hâncu monastery.

When is the best time for monasteries in Moldova?

May–September.