Moštanica Monastery

Kozara, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Moštanica Monastery is one of the largest Serbian monasteries in Bosnia. Impressed by its rich and harmonious medieval architecture, visitors are usually unanimous that this is one of the most stunning monasteries of the Serbian Orthodox Church in the country. Dating back to the 12th century and being one of only two female monasteries (besides Gomionica Monastery) in northern Bosnia & Herzegovina, Moštanica is also one of the oldest convents, if not the oldest one. Covered with a veil of mystery, this beauty dedicated to the Archangel Michael had a tempestuous past, being burnt down and rebuilt no fewer than nine times. So, history lovers and faith seekers, get ready, this is the story for you.

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Kozara, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Rating

4.9/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Edmund Husserl (12 months ago)
Perfect Orthodox monastery, dignity of God and Orthodoxy in the area where is, but also for every one who is Orthodox, all over the Kraina's, Serbskaya and Russian world. Jewl is the Petar Peciya grave and the Monument. That hero was the best when was the most difficult and dangerous. Glory to him, glory to this monastery. Glory to God! Jesus will win!

Nelix (3 years ago)
cool.

Luka Milivojac (4 years ago)
I was bored, but nature was cute

Dragan Tepic (4 years ago)
Beautiful monastery and nature around it.

Ljubomir Petkovic (4 years ago)
Beautiful monastery surrounded with beautiful nature.

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