The monastery was originally founded by the logothete Draghici Vistiernicul in the 17th century.
The current masonry church was constructed between 1838 and 1840 under the supervision of Bishop Chesarie.
The site is often referred to as 'Balamuci' in local oral history due to its proximity to the historic village of the same name.
The monastery holds a collection of 19th-century religious paintings that reflect the influence of the Athos artistic school.
It is situated within a forest clearing, which historically provided isolation for ascetic practices.
The monastery was historically a dependency of the Snagov Monastery before gaining its own administrative autonomy.
St. Nicholas Monastery Sitaru is a Romanian Orthodox monastic complex located in the village of Sitaru, approximately 30 kilometers northeast of Bucharest. The site features a 19th-century main church built in the Byzantine style, which replaced a previous wooden structure established in the 17th century. It is known for its quiet, rural setting and its role as a residence for monks dedicated to traditional liturgical life. The monastery complex includes a library containing historic manuscripts and religious icons. Visitors can observe the traditional architecture of the monastic cells and the surrounding landscaped courtyards. It remains an active religious site where daily services follow the traditional Orthodox rite.
The main monastery gate providing a framed view of the church facade and the bell tower.
Bring modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees, as is standard for Orthodox monastic sites.
Maintain silence while walking through the courtyards, as the monastery remains a private residence for monks.
Ask permission before photographing any of the resident monks or the interior of the church.
Do not wander into the private monastic living quarters or closed administrative buildings.
Visitors must dress modestly; women should have their heads covered and wear long skirts, and men should wear long trousers.
