Stoenești - Stoenești Monastery
Orthodox monastery in Giurgiu 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.
Stoenești Monastery, founded in 1645 by a local boyar, has traditional Muntenian architecture and period mural painting. Set in the middle of the Giurgiu plain, the monastery is a place of contemplation in peaceful natural surroundings.
Best time to visit
May through October for best access. Active monasteries — dress respectfully.
How to get there
Address: Stoenești, Giurgiu. GPS-friendly. Parking usually available on-site or nearby.
