Mănăstirea Nămăești

Namaesti Monastery, located near Campulung Muscel, is an entirely special place because its church is carved directly into the rock, a rare feature in the Romanian monastic landscape. Set on a ridge, the monastery is of great age, tradition linking it to very distant times, and the rock-cut space of the church creates a distinctive atmosphere of contemplation, with stone walls that convey a feeling of intimacy and mystery. Here is kept a miracle-working icon greatly venerated by pilgrims, which makes this place an important pilgrimage destination in the Muscel area.

From the monastery courtyard open beautiful views over the sub-Carpathian hills covered with forests and hayfields. The monastic community of nuns maintains the atmosphere of quiet and prayer. Practical note: the access road climbs among the hills, and the visit can be combined with exploring the historic area of Campulung; decent attire is recommended.