World Heritage Site:
Churches of Moldavia
Publication Year:
2023
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHE40FC423E9F
Summary
The Church of Saints Elijah, Enoch, and John the Theologian (1602) stands as a lesser-known yet significant monument within the Dragomirna Monastery complex in medieval Moldavia. Unlike its more renowned counterpart, the Church of The Descent of the Holy Spirit, this church is notable for its unique architectural features, including its height and distinctive stone lacing, which set it apart in the Moldavian landscape. Situated outside the fortified enclosure, it has remained relatively obscure despite its historical importance, marking a crucial phase in the monastery's construction. The study sheds light on this underappreciated aspect of Moldavian heritage, emphasizing its architectural and historical significance.
Citation
Dejan, M., Dejan, Ș.,. (2023). A Less Known Monument: The Church of Saints Elijah, Enoch, and John the Theologian of the Dragomirna Monastery (Suceava County). CaieteARA. Arhitectură. Restaurare. Arheologie, (14), 133–144. https://doi.org/10.47950/caieteara.2023.14.07