Arbore Church, Eastern Orthodox church in Arbore, Romania.
The Church of the Beheading of St John the Baptist displays traditional Moldavian architecture with white stone walls and painted exterior frescoes.
Built in 1503, the structure became part of the Churches of Moldavia UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving centuries of religious and architectural traditions.
The interior walls feature detailed frescoes depicting biblical stories and saints, created by skilled Ukrainian and Moldavian painters of the medieval period.
The church remains active for Orthodox services and welcomes visitors daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available upon request.
The bell tower stands as a distinct architectural element, combining local construction techniques with Byzantine influences in its design and proportions.
Location: Arbore
Part of: churches of Moldavia
GPS coordinates: 47.73312,25.93306
Latest update: May 11, 2025 17:36
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