Bosie Cave Hermitage · Schitul Pârcălabului Bosie
Cave hermitage at Orheiul Vechi, less frequented · the cliff edge has no barrier
A walk up to a hermitage cut into the limestone, with an open view over the bend of the Răut
Worth it for the quiet and the view, above all if you want to avoid the crowds at the neighbouring monastery. Take care: the cliff edge has no barrier at all.
Cave hermitage in the Orheiul Vechi complex, cut into the limestone above the bend of the Răut, reached on foot. It is less frequented than the neighbouring monastery, and the reviews say why the walk is worth it. The view is described as breathtaking, but with a warning one visitor puts plainly: the cliff edge has no barrier at all and is dangerous, beautiful though it is. Another visitor writes about the monk who keeps the place, apparently for years, and describes him as an example of patience and perseverance, saying the presence of God can still be felt there. The same visitor also gives a few practical rules of conduct: light a candle, place a coin in the hollows in the wall, men should remove their hats on entering, and women should cover their heads if they can. The drive from Chișinău is described as easy, through beautiful countryside, and the area is recommended for hiking too.
- The view, described as breathtaking
- The place, called very interesting and well preserved
- The monk who has kept the place for years, described as an example of patience and perseverance
- One visitor says the presence of God can still be felt there
- Less frequented than the neighbouring monastery
- The drive from Chișinău, described as easy and through beautiful countryside
- Recommended for hiking too
- The view from the cliff
- The cells cut into the limestone
- The bend of the Răut
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“Very interesting and well-preserved place. Crazy that they allow people to go to the cliff. It has no barricade and it is so dangerous, but so beautiful, breathtaking view. It's totally worth the visit and the walk. And don't forget to light up a candle, place a coin in the holes on the wall, men remove yor hats once you get in in respect and women cover your head if you can.”
“You can still feel the presence of God here. The monk who was at his post (and apparently has been for years) was inspiring. Here is a man who lives and works solely at this monastery - what an amazing example of perseverance and patience”
“Nice spot for hiking 🤍”
- The cliff edge has no barrier at all and is dangerous, one visitor says plainly
- Access is on an unmade path, with no signage
- Modest dress is required: men remove their hats on entering, women cover their heads
- Google shows no opening hours