Sihăstria Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Neamț 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.
Sihăstria Monastery, where Father Cleopa Ilie (the greatest Orthodox spiritual father of the 20th century) lived, is a pilgrimage site with an intense spiritual atmosphere. Father Cleopa's cell and grave, visited by tens of thousands of believers every year, are the main highlights.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Vânători-Neamț, Neamț. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
