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| Postcards from Romania |
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| Caldarusani Lake Monastery |
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| The monastery, built in 1638 under the guidance of Wallachian prince Matei Basarab (1632-1654), gained recognition during the 18th century as home to one of Romania's most distinguished icon painting schools. The 17 year old Nicolae Grigorescu spent some months at the monastery, painting several icons for the church. |