Hîrbovăț monastery, Orthodox monastery in Hîrbovăț, Moldova
Hîrbovăț monastery is an Orthodox religious complex in Moldova featuring two separate churches with distinct purposes. One church was designed for winter services while the other serves the community during summer worship.
The monastery was founded in 1730 and later survived three destructive attacks by Ottoman forces that severely damaged its structures. It was rebuilt and restored during the early 1800s.
The monastery takes its name from a local stream, reflecting the community's connection to the surrounding landscape. Visitors can see how this relationship shaped the site's location and layout.
The site is located in a rural area and requires advance planning when visiting from larger cities. It is advisable to check ahead about opening times as these may vary with the seasons.
During Soviet rule the monastery was closed in 1962 and converted into a school for disabled children. It was returned to the Orthodox Church in 1992 following the collapse of the Soviet system.
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