Slatina Monastery
Mănăstirea Slatina
Fortified monastery founded in the 1550s by Prince Alexandru Lăpușneanu, set in a peaceful valley.
The monastery was built by Prince Lăpușneanu, who was also buried here. The church preserves original 16th-century frescoes and the prince's tomb. Surrounded by complete stone walls, gate towers and a bell tower, it is set in a tranquil setting and is one of the more popular pilgrimage monasteries in southern Bukovina. Entry is free. It lies in the village of Slatina, about 25 km south of Gura Humorului, and is a good stop on the way to Rarău or Nămăiești.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Voroneț Monastery
- Humor Monastery
- Cacica Salt Mine
- Painted Egg Museum, Vama
- Arbore Church
- Neamț Monastery
- Zamca Monastery
- Bukovina National Museum