Pasărea monastery

Pasărea Monastery is an Eastern Orthodox monastery in Pasărea village, Ilfov County, featuring two churches, a cemetery chapel, an ossuary, and 67 cells. These quarters house around 180 nuns living in traditional accommodations arranged to support their monastic life.

Founded in 1813 during the reign of Caragea Vodă, the monastery began with a wooden church dedicated to Saint Nicholas, built by Archimandrite Timotei. The complex expanded over time and became an important religious center in the region.

The interior paintings display neo-Byzantine frescoes created by monks from Cernica Monastery and Romanian artists trained at Mount Athos. These wall decorations reflect the Eastern Orthodox artistic tradition that has been maintained in this region.

The monastery has workshops for traditional crafts including embroidery, ceramics, and enamel work, where visitors can watch artisans at their practice. Access to the grounds is limited to certain times, so check ahead before planning a visit.

During World War I, the monastery was converted into a field hospital for wounded soldiers, beginning its long history of charitable work. This wartime transformation shaped the community's identity and commitment to caring for others.

Location: Ilfov County

GPS coordinates: 44.47608,26.30932

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56