Dealu Mare Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Borăscu, Romania.
Dealu Mare Monastery is an Orthodox religious building in Borăscu, Romania, featuring a Greek cross floor plan with an altar and dome. The structure incorporates Italian classical architecture mixed with Byzantine design elements in its overall appearance.
The monastery was founded in 1865 by Constantin Savoiu, a Mehedinți County senator who supported Romanian unification in 1859. It closed in 1962 but underwent major restoration work from 1992 to 2001 that brought it back to active religious use.
The monastery functions as a working religious community where monks maintain daily prayer rituals and worship. The church spaces are decorated with religious icons and sacred objects that reflect the spiritual practices of Orthodox monastic life.
The building sits along the DN66/E97 road between Filiasi and Târgu Jiu, with several routes available from surrounding towns. Visitors should come prepared for simple conditions and remain quiet during prayer times.
Founder Constantin Savoiu was buried within the monastery grounds after his death in 1878, and his grave remains a quiet reminder of his legacy. This connection between the founder and the place makes it a personal monument to his vision.
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