Divša monastery

Divša monastery is an Orthodox monastery in Fruska Gora consisting of a church dedicated to Saint Nicholas, residential quarters, and remnants of a bell tower foundation from the 18th century. The complex displays the typical layout of an Orthodox monastic site with spaces for worship and communal living arranged closely together.

The monastery was founded in 1401 by Serbian Despot Jovan Brankovic, with written evidence first appearing in late 16th-century documents. Following its establishment, the site experienced periods of transition before maintaining its role as a spiritual center.

The monastery holds fragments of a Four Gospels manuscript from the late 15th century, showing its role in preserving early Serbian religious texts. This manuscript reveals how the site served as a center for spiritual life and the transmission of knowledge across generations.

Visitors should contact the monastery at +381 21 769 019 before arrival and follow dress requirements including long skirts for women and trousers for men. The site sits in a forested hillside location, so sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing for walking are recommended.

The monastery features a contemporary iconostasis created in the 2000s by workshop Minic with Romanian carvings and wall paintings by artist Bojan Stankovic. These modern additions show how traditional religious sites adapt to the present while maintaining their spiritual purpose.