Bistrița Monastery
Bistrița Monastery is a major landmark of Moldavian spirituality, founded by Prince Alexander the Good in 1402. The impressive ensemble includes the princely church, a bell tower, a chapel and a museum with treasures and manuscripts of priceless value.
Key facts
Founder:
Alexander the Good, early 15th century (1402)
Patron feasts:
Dormition of the Mother of God; the Life-Giving Spring
Wonder-working icon:
Saint Anne (brought from Byzantium)
Princely tombs:
Alexander the Good and members of the princely family
Ensemble:
Princely church, bell tower, chapel, museum with treasures and manuscripts
Architecture:
Classic Moldavian style, a model for later foundations
Contact
Address
Str. Mănăstirii 116, Bistrița village
Alexandru cel Bun commune, Neamț County
Phone
0233 241 695Getting there
Distance
≈ 8 km from Piatra Neamț
Route
DN15 towards Bicaz, Bistrița village
Alexandru cel Bun commune
Travel time
≈ 15 minutes by car from Piatra Neamț
Moldavian spirituality and history
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