Arad - Hodoș-Bodrog Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Arad county
What it feels like
Beeswax candles, the faint scent of incense, the distant chant from inside. Quiet courtyards walled against the rest of the world.
Hodoș-Bodrog Monastery (11th-12th century), located on the banks of the Mureș, is one of the oldest monasteries in Romania and the Balkans. The 12th-century murals, the documents in old Cyrillic script and the waterside atmosphere make Hodoș-Bodrog a monument of regional importance.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Zădăreni, Arad. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
