Viforâta monastery, Orthodox monastery in Viforâta, Romania
Viforâta monastery is a stone structure with a church measuring 21 meters (69 feet) long and 24 meters (79 feet) tall, decorated with stone carvings on its outer walls. The building stands on elevated ground and forms a complex with several structures used for religious life.
The monastery was founded in the 15th century by Vladislav Voievod Basarab and underwent major renovations under Constantin Brâncoveanu from 1712 to 1713. This renovation period shaped much of its current appearance.
The interior walls display frescoes from the Brâncovan period, and V. Georgescu added new paintings in 1913. These works reveal how artistic styles evolved within the same building over centuries.
The monastery sits about 7 kilometers (4 miles) from Târgoviște and is relatively easy to access. Regular religious services take place there, allowing visitors to observe the space during its everyday spiritual use and explore the grounds.
The structure has survived multiple major earthquakes in 1802, 1938, 1940, and 1977, each causing damage that required repair. These seismic events led to extensive restoration work that incorporated modern facilities while maintaining the building's character.
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