Sihla 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.
Sihla Monastery, hidden in the beech forests of the Stânișoarei Mountains, is where Saint Teodora of Sihla lived (17th century). The saint's cave and the isolation and tranquillity of the place make the 2-hour walk an authentic spiritual experience.
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.
