Sâmbăta de Sus Monastery

The stone church stands at the entrance of the Făgăraș Mountains, featuring dedicated spaces for monks, a chapter house, and a museum collection.

Constantin Brâncoveanu established the monastery in 1701, replacing a wooden structure from the mid-17th century with a stone building that endured numerous challenges.

The monastery museum preserves rare books, glass icons, coins, and religious artifacts that represent Orthodox traditions spanning three centuries.

The monastery includes accommodations for visitors, religious shops, and access to mountain hiking trails along the Sâmbăta River valley.

The monastery survived the 1761 destruction order of Orthodox monasteries in Transylvania through intervention by the Brâncoveanu family.

Location: Sâmbăta de Sus

Inception: 18 century

Website: http://manastireabrancoveanu.ro

GPS coordinates: 45.69014,24.79470

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30