Căpriana Monastery
Mănăstirea Căpriana
One of Moldova's oldest monasteries, hidden in the Codri Forest and deeply connected to Stefan cel Mare.
Founded in the early 15th century, the monastery was an important religious center of the Principality of Moldavia, and Stefan cel Mare funded the construction of the Dormition of the Virgin church. Its three churches are each in a different style. It was closed during the Soviet period and restored after 1989, and it is surrounded by dense Codri Forest. Entry is free, but dress appropriately. It's about 40 km from Chișinău and is often combined with Hâncu Monastery as a day trip.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Hâncu Monastery
- Curchi Monastery
- Valea Morilor Park
- National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History
- Chișinău Water Tower
- Ștefan cel Mare Central Park
- National Museum of History of Moldova
- Maria Bieșu National Opera and Ballet Theatre