Mrzenica Monastery, Serbian Orthodox monastery in Ćićevac, Serbia.
Mrzenica Monastery is a Serbian Orthodox monastic complex in Ćićevac located in the Rasina District, consisting of a main church building and a chapel dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul. The site forms a cohesive spiritual complex with distinct areas for worship and prayer.
The monastery was founded in 1932, though local tradition suggests an earlier church building occupied this location before the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. This extended religious presence indicates the region's deep connection to Orthodox faith across centuries.
The monastery houses two ancient evangelaries with ornate gold bindings that have survived through the centuries. These handwritten religious texts represent the spiritual heritage that visitors can see preserved within the complex.
The monastery is situated in a rural setting and is best reached by walking from the village center through the surrounding countryside. Visitors should wear modest clothing and treat the religious spaces respectfully, particularly when services are taking place.
A water spring on the grounds is believed by local residents to possess healing properties and draws visitors from surrounding communities. This spring remains a place of spiritual reverence visited by those seeking wellness.
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