Moldavia is the region that forms the Eastern side of Romania, it gives it a hint of uniqueness and it converts it in an unforgettable moment for those who get to know it. If you reach these places, all of your senses will be surprised by a rare nature symbiosis.
Geographically, Moldavia is a harmonious combination of hilly regions and plains, looking like a huge ladder, which goes down from North to South and whose stairs are accentuated by many playful rivers. In the Western side, like huge cloak, the mountains are rest in a kingly demeanor, like gods watching over the people, being proud of these beautiful lands. Walking to the East, you can hear the accelerated gurgle of the Prut river which marks the Eastern limit of the region, and of the country too.
The North part of Moldavia represents a gateway to sanctity, a mystic field that mediates the communication between God and the Christian Orthodox worshipers. There are many monasteries which carry an impressive spiritual charge, but also historical one, because they were built many centuries ago in medieval times. Their architecture creates a spectacular visual effect throughout the play of colors which personifies religious themes. Also, the auditory sense will be surprised by the harmonious sound of the church bells, which seem to compose the music of divine revelation. All these submerge into the old wood and the incense odor that compose a new world, one of hope.
Out of the Moldavian monasteries we cannot fail to mention Voroneţ Monastery situated in Suceava county. It was built in 1488 by one of the bravest voivodes of Moldavia, Ştefan cel Mare (Stephen III of Moldavia).
The Sf. Gheorghe church is famous for its external paintings, representing hundreds of saints’ faces which have been preserved although centuries have passed over them.
Also, the Suceviţa Monastery, built in 1583 is situated in the same county. It looks like a real Medieval fortress, being surrounded by huge walls, 100 meters long each, 3 meters thick and 6 meters tall, all these indicating to a new architectural style. Of course, there are several paintings which cover the monastery and which create an extraordinary visual effect.
The Putna Monastery represents another imposing monument of Suceava and, of course, of Moldavia. It was build between 1466 and 1469 and it marks another victory of Ştefan cel Mare, who is said to have built one church for each of his victories. This monument is more special historically speakin, because this is the site of Ştefan cel Mare’s grave.
Gently going down the lands of Moldavia you will be amazed by the long streches of land occupied by vineyards, where noble wines are produced, sweet and dry, but always beautifully scented and extremely enticing. Also the traditional foods of the region complete this unique Romanian work of art that is Moldavia.
