Church with the Moon
Biserica cu Lună
A clock tower fitted with a rotating moon that shows the phases of the moon. It is a unique Orthodox church in Europe.
The Church with the Moon (Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God) was built between 1784 and 1790 in Baroque and Neoclassical style. Its most famous feature is a sphere about 3 meters in diameter, installed on the bell tower in 1793. Half black and half gold, it rotates once every 28 days to show the waxing and waning of the moon accurately. This is unique in Europe. The church interior features an iconostasis and murals. Entry is free. It is located on the south side of Unirii Square.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Union Square
- St. Ladislaus Church
- Black Eagle Palace
- Oradea City Hall & Tower
- Zion Neolog Synagogue
- Queen Marie State Theatre & Ferdinand Square
- Darvas-La Roche House
- Țării Crișurilor Museum