Vodita monastery, Orthodox monastery in Mehedinți County, Romania
Vodita Monastery stands near the village of Varciorova on the Danube riverbanks with its church, refectory, and associated buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The layout includes gardens and outbuildings that support the daily life of the monastic community.
The monastery was founded between 1370 and 1372 by Saint Nicodemus under Prince Vladislav I, making it one of the earliest documented monastic communities in the region. It underwent major reconstruction in 1991 after a long period of decline.
The monastery sustains Orthodox traditions through daily monastic life and religious practices that remain central to the community. Visitors can observe how the monks integrate faith and work in their daily routines throughout the compound.
The monastery is accessible by car via the road connecting Drobeta-Turnu Severin and Orsova, with parking available near the entrance. Keep in mind this is an active monastic community, so visiting times may be restricted.
The vineyards on Duhovna Hill were originally planted by Saint Nicodemus and produced wine for the monastic community. These ancient grapevines overlook the Danube and represent a tangible connection to the monastery's founding era.
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