Cocoș Monastery
Mănăstirea Cocoș
One of Dobruja's most renowned Orthodox monasteries, with a white church and bell tower on a forested hillside, housing saints' relics and frescoes.
Built in the 19th century near Niculițel, about 35 km from Tulcea, the monastery's main church has exquisite frescoes, and a small museum on the grounds. The monks produce wine. Entry is free, but dress modestly: knee-length clothing, and women should cover their shoulders. Nearby Saon and Celic-Dere monasteries can be combined into a half-day monastery circuit.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Măcin Mountains National Park
- Saon Monastery
- Danube Delta Eco-Tourism Museum Centre
- Tulcea Danube Promenade & Azizie Mosque
- Independence Monument & Hora Hill, Tulcea
- Enisala Fortress
- Jurilovca
- Argamum (Orgame)