Secu Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Vânători-Neamț, Romania
The monastery features a church with two towers, stone walls, and rows of blind arcades decorating the exterior architectural elements.
Built in 1602 by Nestor Ureche, the monastery underwent restoration during Prince Vasile Lupu's reign and received defensive corner towers for protection.
The monastery houses the tombs of important figures, including Nestor Ureche and Metropolitan Bishop Varlaam, reflecting its role in Moldavian religious history.
Located in Vânători commune at coordinates 47.199676, 26.184286, the monastery maintains contact through phone and fax services for visitor inquiries.
The monastery contains a burial chamber with niches and features an inscription with the Moldavian coat of arms embedded in its southeast tower.
Location: Vânători-Neamț
Location: Neamț County
Address: Str. Secu 1496, sat Vânători-Neamț; comuna Vânători-Neamț
GPS coordinates: 47.19968,26.18429
Latest update: March 8, 2025 06:41
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