Cânești - Cânești Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Buzău 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.
Cânești Monastery, founded in 1636, is a monastic site hidden in the Subcarpathian hills of Buzău. The original dedicatory inscription in Slavonic, the valuable interior painting and an atmosphere of retreat from the busy world make Cânești a popular place of pilgrimage.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Cânești, Buzău. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
