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Govora Monastery (14th Century)
Govora Monastery
Govora Monastery was built in 14th century and  destroyed before 1488.
In 1488 Vlad Calugarul had it repaired. During the reign of Radu the Handsome (1495-1508) it became an influential cultural centre.
Its features include an open porch and polygonal apse, with lovely carved window frames.
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