Monastery of Horezu
The Monastery of Horezu was founded in 1690 by Prince Constantin Brāncoveanu. It is considered to be a masterpiece of "Brāncovean" 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.| Year | Decision | Comments |
| 1993 | Inscribed | Reasons for inscription |
| 1991 | Referred | Bureau - pending better protection. Mission to be sent to Romania to help |
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- Monastery of Horezu
- Country: Romania
- Year: 1993
- Category: Religious structure, Christian
- Connections:
Carpathians .
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