When
I first announced that I would spend the summer in Romania, my history
professor suggested that I visit the painted monasteries in Bukovina. I
mentioned the place to Buttercup in an email, and on Saturday my host
parents took Buttercup, JJ and I on a journey to see the Orthodox
monasteries.
What I hadn’t known prior to this weekend is that
the Bukovina region is on the border of Ukraine; the drive was about 12
hours, round-trip. The car ride was intense, to say the least,
(Romanian mountain roads are narrow and none too smooth) and we returned
to Udvarhely thoroughly exhausted. However, the artistry of the
monasteries made the lengthy trip completely worthwhile. We visited
five monasteries, each with a unique aura. I took plenty of photos
(when it was permitted, of course) to commemorate the experience.
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| The last monastery we visited was quite strict with its dress code... |
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| JJ had to wear this "kilt" over his shorts |
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| The Last Judgement, Byzantine style |
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Cemetery
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| Buttercup |
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| Carpets for sale |
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| Ukrainian eggs |
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| Whimsical bread |
What I hadn’t known prior to this weekend is that
the Bukovina region is on the border of Ukraine; the drive was about 12
hours, round-trip. The car ride was intense, to say the least,
(Romanian mountain roads are narrow and none too smooth) and we returned
to Udvarhely thoroughly exhausted. However, the artistry of the
monasteries made the lengthy trip completely worthwhile. We visited
five monasteries, each with a unique aura. I took plenty of photos
(when it was permitted, of course) to commemorate the experience.
At Avant in Anoka enjoying your photos. Can Buttercup be any cuter! I love the painted artwork.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoy the pictures! And yes, Buttercup is adorable =)
DeleteWow, so jealous! I knew you wouldn't regret it if you took the time, despite the drive.
ReplyDeleteIt was definitely a highlight to my trip; thanks for the recommendation! My host parents also gave me a book with detailed photographs of the monasteries, which I will try and bring when I visit SMU. The artwork is phenomenal.
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