Arbore Church
Biserica Arbore
A small church built in 1503 by the nobleman Luca Arbore. Its western-wall paintings are renowned for their green tones, and it is a World Heritage Site.
The church has no tower and a plain form, but nearly the entire western wall is covered with scenes from the lives of saints. Because it lies away from the main road, its green pigments have survived well, making it an important example for studying fresco techniques. The stone trough used to mix paints in those days still stands in the courtyard. Visitors are few, so you can examine the murals in peace. Admission is about 5 lei, and opening hours are irregular. Knock to ask the caretaker to open the church. It lies about 35 km from Suceava and is often visited together with Sucevița.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:00–19:00; shorter in winter
Nearby sights
- Cacica Salt Mine
- Bogdana Monastery
- Marginea Black Pottery
- Humor Monastery
- Sucevița Monastery
- Voroneț Monastery
- Church of the Holy Cross, Pătrăuți
- Painted Egg Museum, Vama