Carta Monastery
Carta Monastery
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Denisa I
Bucharest, Romania158 contributions
Jan 2022
A unique hidden monastery in the middle of Transylvania. It is full of charm and mystery and it's a forgotten part of the history. The church is still standing and the ruins of the monastery surrounding it, gives the place a special charm and magic.
It's definitely worth a visit. The entrance fee is only 10 RON and it also includes a visit to a museum with local clothes and customs.
It's definitely worth a visit. The entrance fee is only 10 RON and it also includes a visit to a museum with local clothes and customs.
Written 10 January 2022
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Connie & Liviu
Timisoara, Romania72 contributions
Jul 2020
We've been to many ruined monasteries, but this one is really unique ...A place full of history, a place filled with mistery... The small town of Carta rests in Southern Transylvania and is easily accessible by car. It is located approximately 50 km from Sibiu.
We highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.
We highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.
Written 9 August 2020
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Transylvanian-QUD
Sibiu, Romania168 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
One of the rare monasteries in Transylvania without walls surrounding it. Of course it has no defense walls: it was founded by Cistercian monks! But once you go up in the tower you can see the real walls: The beautiful and tall Carpathian mountains. I truly recommend this place and I strongly suggest going up in the bell tower even if you are afraid of heights - for me it was terrifying, yet it was worth it.
Written 6 May 2018
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Oanaeste
Bucharest143 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Very interesting location, cistercian abbey. Very nice architecture and the bells tower can be visited.
Written 14 August 2017
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Kartsi
Romania299 contributions
Dec 2018
A place full of history, a place filled with mistery and beauty. It is located only about 3 km from the main road 45 minutes away from Sibiu. If in the area definitely visit. During low season ( winter) the key is at the parochial home, but there are phone numbers to call and have the door opened.
Written 15 December 2018
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diste0
Chateaudun, France58 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
This is a calm and well kept place. Do not expect anything spectecular, but it is a wonderful spot for a break during your journey. The old church interior creates its own special atmosphere.
Written 27 August 2018
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windytravel79
Budapest, Hungary1,332 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
It used to be a big monastery, now there are some ruins and a smaller church with a tower. With your low-price ticket you can see also a small museum about the historical life on the transsylvanian countryside.
If you are in that area it is worth it to make a small extra run and visit this nice place.
If you are in that area it is worth it to make a small extra run and visit this nice place.
Written 1 August 2018
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IcarTours
Constanta, Romania181 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
A surprising small village, very colorful and clean. The place can be visited in less than one hour. The big surprise is the restaurant. Being part of Albota trout farm, a famous restaurant in the area, you can feel the taste of romanian restaurant.
Written 13 August 2016
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Bianca Cristea
Iasi, Romania17 contributions
Jan 2015
a unique place in Romania, the architectural style is amazing and unique for Romania. Close to Sibiu, you can easily get there by car.
Here is my blog review of it :
https://thechocolatesoflife.wordpress.com/2013/09/23/carta-abbey/
Here is my blog review of it :
https://thechocolatesoflife.wordpress.com/2013/09/23/carta-abbey/
Written 30 July 2015
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George F
Cluj-Napoca, Romania114 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
This place is one of the most impressive monuments of Romania, and yet it is nearly unknown. If you love old buildings or are just a Game of Thrones fan, go to Carta and see this extraordinary place.
Written 20 June 2016
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Hello, is it possible to send e mail for monastery people? I need some contact.
Or monastery can send message for me. Salonen.tiina (at) outlook com
Written 27 August 2024
Buna se poate intra inauntru in octombrie pt a visita ? Multumim
Written 27 September 2019
Unfortunately I do not remember. I was there at 10 am (local time) in the summer and it was open. I guess from 9 to 17 but it is not sure.
Written 30 October 2018
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