Arges Monastery
or of Master Manole, a creation sprung from effort and soul, from legend and truth, rises fierce and proud, dignified and powerful, impressing with proportions and ornamentation. The fame of its construction attracted many Romanian and foreign travelers, who were fascinated by the beauty and perfection of the construction, said: "and to encompass everything in one word, this church is a jewel" (Paul of Aleppo). kings of Romania (Carol I and Regina Elisabeta, Ferdinand I and Regina Maria) is located in an artistic park, at the entrance of which is the statue of Neagoe Basarab (1512-1251), the founder of the monastery.
Fagaras mountains
they are part of the Southern Carpathian chain. They comprise the entire mountainous complex between Dambovita (east) and Olt (west). There are two mountain ranges, one north and one south. Between the two rows is the Lovist's aisle, known to the west as the Lovist's Country. The northern ridge appears as a continuous ridge in the east-west direction. The southern one, fragmented by waters, has as main components the Iezer-Papusa, Ghitu, Muntisoru-Fruntii and Cozia. In the more common sense, used also by the tourist geography, through the Fagaras Mountains is understood only the main northern chain.
The Royal Church (XIV-XV century)
from Curtea de Arges - the oldest ensemble of feudal art, it was conceived as a religious edifice and royal tomb.
The Museum Complex of the Royal Church
It is located in Curtea de Arges, the old cradle of the Romanian civilization, on a platform surrounded by low walls.
Olari Church (17th century)
Curtea de Arges, has a picturesque, rural appearance, combining architectural elements of wood and brick, with a plan in the shape of a ship and the bell tower attached to the building; it is perhaps the only church in Romania where death is painted on the exterior walls.
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