Cheia Monastery, Romanian Orthodox monastery in Cheia, Romania.
The stone monastery church stands near Tâmpa Creek, featuring traditional architectural elements and painted murals dating from 1837 by Gheorghe Tattarescu.
Initially constructed from wood in 1770, the monastery faced destruction by Ottoman forces in 1777 before being rebuilt in stone between 1835 and 1839.
The monastery maintains Orthodox Christian traditions through regular religious services, ceremonies, and educational programs about Romanian spiritual practices.
Located at coordinates 45.456759, 25.943355, the monastery provides parking facilities and remains open daily for visitors exploring Prahova County's religious sites.
During the Communist period, Bishop Nicolae Popoviciu spent his final years in exile at this monastery until his death in 1960.
Location: Cheia
Location: Prahova County
Website: http://manastireacheia.ro
GPS coordinates: 45.45676,25.94336
Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:07
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