St John the New Monastery, Suceava
Orthodox monastery in Suceava 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.
The Monastery of St John the New in Suceava, founded in 1514 by Bogdan III, holds the relics of St John the New of Suceava, the most venerated saint in Moldavia. The reliquary attracts tens of thousands of pilgrims every year.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Str. Ioan Vodă Viteazul, Suceava. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
