From Poiana Ciresului
In a place full of peace and tranquillity, on the hills between Racăciuni (village Dumbrăveni) and Helegiu (village Deleni) is the hermitage of the Transfiguration, in a place called Poiana Cireșului.
The hermitage was founded by the hieromonk Pahomie Pîrjol (1928-2006), whose tomb is located on the hermitage grounds, Initially the church was built of wood and it gave way over time, A few years ago the construction of a new church began, the work was rather difficult due to lack of funds and labour.
The monastery’s feast day is on 6 August, the Transfiguration.
The access roads, both from Deleni and Dumbraveni, are quite uneven, in wet or rainy weather being practically impassable, at least with low-guard cars. The access from Dumbraveni is particularly picturesque, the road winding through meadows, meadows, forests with tall trees or shady forests. From Deleni we climbed many years ago, we no longer know the state of the road.
The place is particularly quiet. Pilgrims can stay overnight but places are limited and it’s best to call ahead to enquire about availability.
