Humor Monastery
Mănăstirea Humor
A painted monastery completed in 1530, known for its reddish-brown frescoes and the “Siege of Constantinople” scene.
Commissioned by the great boyar Toader Bubuiog and painted by the artist Toma, its exterior is dominated by warm reddish-brown tones. The south wall's “Siege of Constantinople” and Akathist Hymn to the Virgin are the most representative works. Beside the church stands the Vasile Lupu Tower, which visitors can climb for a view over the courtyard. It is a World Heritage site, and it draws fewer visitors than Voroneț, so it is quieter. Admission is about 10 lei. It is about 6 km from Gura Humorului and is often visited on the same day as Voroneț.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:00–19:00; shorter in winter
Nearby sights
- Cacica Salt Mine
- Voroneț Monastery
- Arbore Church
- Painted Egg Museum, Vama
- Slatina Monastery
- Marginea Black Pottery
- Sucevița Monastery
- Bogdana Monastery