Hâncu Monastery
Mănăstirea Hâncu
A nunnery set in a valley within the Codri Forest Reserve, where wooden buildings, a small lake and churches form a pastoral landscape.
Built in 1678 by the nobleman Mihalcea Hâncu, it is now a nunnery. The monastery follows a forest valley and includes an old wooden church, a newer main church, a holy spring and a small lake. The forest trails around it are quiet, and it's a great summer retreat. Entry is free, and visitors must dress with shoulders and knees covered. It's about 55 km from Chișinău, so visit by car or hired vehicle, and combine it with Capriana Monastery.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Căpriana 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