Mânăstirea Ghighiu

Orthodox monastery in Prahova county

Religious Free entry

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.

Mânăstirea Ghighiu, la 8km de Ploiești, este un important lăcaș monahal cu o moaște ale Sfintei Filofteia adusă din Serbia. Modernizată recent, este un centru activ de viață monahală feminină cu activități culturale și sociale.

Best time to visit

May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.

How to get there

Address: Blejoi, Prahova. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.

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