Densuș Church
Biserica Sfântul Nicolae din Densuș
One of Romania's oldest stone churches still in use, built with stone from Roman ruins. Its form is distinctive.
St Nicholas Church in Densuș was built around the 13th century, though some believe it is older. Its walls incorporate a great deal of stone from the Roman city of Ulpia Traiana, including tombstones and columns. Its exterior is sturdy and archaic, with a square roof tower. Inside, it retains fragments of 15th-century frescoes. It is one of Romania's oldest surviving Orthodox stone churches and is listed as a national historic monument. It is in Densuș village, about 10 km northwest of Hațeg. A visit takes about 30 to 45 minutes. You can ask the caretaker to open the door, and dress appropriately.
Opening hours
Daytime (opened by caretaker; donation for entry)
Nearby sights
- Prislop Monastery
- Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa
- Cinciș Lake
- Colț Fortress
- Hațeg UNESCO Global Geopark
- Sântămăria-Orlea Church
- Hațeg-Slivuț Bison Reserve
- Corvin Castle