Mănăstirea Călugăra

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Mănăstirea Călugăra, Orthodox monastery at Oravița, Romania.

The stone and brick monastery stands at the base of Rolului Rock, featuring a Baroque tower and traditional Romanian Orthodox architectural elements.

Founded in 1858 by theologian Alexie Nedici from Ciclova Montană, the monastery received its official consecration on October 1, 1861, by Bishop Emilian Kenghelat.

The monastery holds regular services dedicated to the Protection of the Mother of God, maintaining Romanian Orthodox traditions in the Banat region.

Located 2 kilometers east of Ciclova Montană, the monastery welcomes visitors daily and holds its main celebration on October 1st.

The monastery houses an icon carved into a beech tree that has remained uncovered by bark for over one hundred years.

Location: Oravița

Location: Caraș-Severin County

GPS coordinates: 44.85774,21.80310

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:22

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