Saint Nicholas at Voronet Monastery

Gura Humorului, Romania

photos courtesy of Ake Dahllof

The 15th century Voronet Monastery Katholikon of Saint George is perhaps the most famous church in Romania. It is known as the "Sistine Chapel of the East" for its extensive frescoes, inside and out. They are particularly known for their vivid blues and reds. Seventeen scenes from the life of Saint Nicholas are on the south facade. The church is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Voronet Monastery St Nicholas fresco — Birth of Saint Nicholas

Schooling for Saint Nicholas	St Nicholas is consecrated deacon	Saint Nicholas is consecrated bishop
Saint Nicholas appears to Constantine	The generals importune Saint Nicholas	Saint Nicholas stops an execution
Saint Nicholas expels demons from a tree	Saint Nicholas provides dowry money	Saint Nicholas saves Demetrios
Saint Nicholas heals a demoniac	Saint Nicholas saves a ship	Saint Nicholas destroys the temple of Artemis
Saint Nicholas defeats a demon disguised as an angel	Saint Nicholas sees the angels of the Lord	Saint Nicholas heals the lepers
	The death of Saint Nicholas