Cetățuia Monastery, Orthodox monastery on Cetățuia Hill, Iași, Romania.
The monastery complex includes tall stone walls, ramparts, a guard road, one monumental tower, and four corner defensive towers.
Founded in 1672 by Prince Gheorghe Duca, the monastery served as a refuge for Moldovan rulers during conflicts with Turkish and Austrian armies.
The church contains frescoes from 1673 in the porch and features the stone-carved emblem of Moldavia on its belfry tower.
The monastery remains open to visitors throughout the year, with guided tours offering detailed explanations about the architectural elements and historical significance.
The complex houses Cuhnea Domneasca, the sole remaining example of a bath structure preserved within a monastery setting in Romania.
Location: Iași
Location: Iași County
Inception: 1672
Address: Str. Cetățuia 1, municipiul Iași
GPS coordinates: 47.13152,27.58404
Latest update: May 12, 2025 14:23
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