Monastery of Horezu
The
Monastery of Horezu was founded in
1690 by Prince
Constantin Brāncoveanu in the town
Horezu,
Wallachia,
Romania. It is considered to be a masterpiece of "Brāncovan" style, known for its
architectural purity and balance, the richness of its sculpted detail, its treatment of religious compositions, its votive portraits and its painted decorative works.
The monastery has been inscribed by the UNESCO on the list of World Heritage Sites.