Established in 1488, the medieval Voronet Monastery can be found in the town of Gura Humorului. The monastery was constructed by the Prince of Moldavia, Stephen the Great, to commemorate the victory at the Battle of Vaslui. The monastery is extremely popular for its paintings and frescoes, which include an intense blue color that is now known in Romania as “Voronet blue”. The frescoes depict various scenes, such as the Last Judgement and the story of Cain and Abel. Visitors are urged to visit this “Sistine Chapel of the East” and explore the architecture and art within it. They will also come across various tombstones, a chapel, housing for the resident nuns, fountains, barns, and stables.

Strada Vorone? 166, Vorone? 725301, Romania, Phone: +4-02-30-23-53-23

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