Bistrița Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Costești, Romania
The monastery stands on the Bistrița River valley, featuring traditional Romanian Orthodox architecture with white walls and prominent stone foundations.
Founded in 1492 by the Craiovești nobles, the monastery suffered destruction in 1509 and underwent reconstruction during Neagoe Basarab's reign between 1515-1519.
The monastery established the first printing press in Wallachia, where monk Macarie printed the Liturghier in 1508, marking the beginning of Romanian printing.
The monastery maintains regular religious services, accepts visitors daily, and provides guided tours explaining its architectural and religious elements.
The monastery houses the relics of Saint Gregory Decapolite, brought from Constantinople by Barbu Craiovescu in a silver reliquary donated in 1656.
Location: Bistrița
Location: Vâlcea County
Inception: 15 century
GPS coordinates: 45.18887,24.03991
Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:40
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