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PMR133-04 Germany, Rhineland-Palatinate, Andernach: Maria Laach Benedictine Abbey in Rhineland Romanesque style, was concecrated in 1156. Keywords: architecture, Eifel, Abattia Lacensis, Abtei Laach, church, Jesuits
PMR122-12 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. Facade and twin towers of the abbey church, built 1232-1350, and converted to Baroque in 1682. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, heritage, Kremsmünster, historic
PMR122-11 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The five abbey fishponds in Renaissance style, built by Carlantonio Carlone in 1691 and added to by Prandtauer in the 18th century; in the foreground, the Samson fountain. Keywords: architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, statuary, carp, arcades
PMR122-10 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. Entrance to the inner courtyard on the north side, from the abbey church portico. Keywords: architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster, historic
PMR122-09 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The moat and arcaded cloister, with the grammar school visible at the far end. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, learning
PMR122-08 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The south wing of the monastery, with part of the village below, from the top of the Mathematical Tower; the Alps visible in the distance. Keywords: countryside, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster, landscape, historic
PMR122-07 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. View of the abbey church and gardens from the top of the Mathematical Tower. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster
PMR122-06 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The five abbey fishponds in Renaissance style, built by Carlantonio Carlone in 1691 and added to by Prandtauer in the 18th century; in the foreground, the Triton and Neptune fountains. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, statuary, carp, arcades, antlers
PMR122-05 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The five abbey fishponds in Renaissance style, built by Carlantonio Carlone in 1691 and added to by Prandtauer in the 18th century. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, statuary, carp
PMR122-04 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The Observatory or Mathematical Tower, "the oldest skyscraper in Europe", built 1748-58, now houses the Natural History Museum. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, heritage, Kremsmünster
PMR122-02 Upper Austria, Kremsmunster: founded in the 8th century by Tassilo III, Duke of Bavaria, the Benedictine Abbey has been a centre of culture for centuries. The moat and Porter's Bridge with the Bridge Gate (1667). Keywords: picturesque, architecture, Baroque, reflections, heritage, Kremsmünster, historic
PMR-D7669 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: view of the snow-covered Alps from the grounds of the Benedictine monastery. Keywords: alpine, outdoor life, nature, countryside, picturesque, alpine scenery, Alps, mountain range
PMR-D6788 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul with reflections in the waters. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6787 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6786 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6785 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6784 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Hydrangea serrata "Bluebird" in the Victorian Walled Garden. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured, hybrid, shrub
PMR-D6783 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Part of the Victorian Walled Garden, flourishing after some years of neglect. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, botanic, horticultural, flower-beds, well manicured
PMR-D6781 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Neo-gothic church built in the grounds as a memorial on the early death of Margaret. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6780 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Much admired, finely carved marble fireplace. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately, artistic
PMR-D6779 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. Reflections in the waters of Lake Pollacappul. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6778 Ireland, County Galway, Connemara: remote Kylemore Abbey was built as a stately home by Mitchell Henry for his wife, Margaret, in the 1860s. It is now home to a community of Benedictine nuns who moved here as refugees from Ypres in 1920. View from Lake Pollacappul. Keywords: mansion, picturesque, historic, heritage, culture, architecture, imposing, stately
PMR-D6239 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Donauwörth: view of the former Benedictine Monastery, dating back to the 11th century. It acquired its present appearance in 1747. Note the stork's nest on the right hand end of the roof. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6204 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6203 Germany, Bavaria, Swabia, Augsburg: the former Benedictine Abbey of St Ulrich and St. Afra dating from the 10th century (this building ca. 1500) at the end of Maximilianstrasse, with some fine burgher house facades and the bronze renaissance Hercules fountain. Keywords: picturesque, colourful, historic, heritage, mediaeval, culture, Romantic Road, Romantische Strasse, architecture
PMR-D6085 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6084 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The font, which has an early Norman bowl. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6083 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. West window, given by Richard of Gloucester ca. 1480. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6082 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The magnificent 15th century East Window. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine, stained glass
PMR-D6081 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. The nave, looking east. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6079 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south, where the cloisters formerly stood. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D6078 England, Worcestershire, Malvern: Great Malvern Priory was founded in 1085 by a monk named Aldred. The original Norman building was converted to Perpendicular Gothic style by 1460. After the Reformation it was bought by the people of Malvern for 20 pounds as their parish church. View from the south-west. Keywords: architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, culture, historic, heritage, Benedictine
PMR-D4499 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church belltower of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D4498 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D4497 England, Devon, Buckfastleigh: the church of Buckfast Abbey, a Benedictine monastery dating back to 1018, built in Transitional Norman and Early English styles in the early 20th century. Keywords: architecture, religious, historic, heritage, picturesque, traditional
PMR-D1142 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, on Michelsburg. Seen from Villa Remeis. Keywords: picturesque, historical, mediaeval, national heritage, architecture
PMR-D1141 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael. Keywords: picturesque, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D1139 Germany, Bavaria, Upper Franconia, Bamberg: view of the church of the former Benedictine Monastery of St. Michael, from Altenburg. Keywords: picturesque, panorama, architecture, national heritage, mediaeval, historical
PMR-D0229 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Herb garden of the monastery under after a new fall of snow. Keywords: picturesque, Baroque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture
PMR-D0228 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren: Baroque wing of the monastery from across a snowy courtyard. Keywords: picturesque, snow, cold, winter, Catholic, religious, Benedictine, architecture
PMR314-08 Germany, Bavaria, Franconia, Eichstätt: the River Altmühl, seen from the town's bridge, with the church of St. Walburg Benedictine Convent in the distance. Keywords: picturesque, culture, historic, colourful, reflections, horse-chestnut tree, wooded
PMR252-01 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. The approach to the Polish War Cemetery, lined with golden cypruses. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR251-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Blaubeuren: south facade of the former Benedictine Monastery, built between 1466 and 1510. Keywords: architecture, picturesque, culture, historic, national heritage, colourful, mediaeval, medieval, timber-frame, half-timbered, lathe and plaster
PMR250-12 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Grave of Gen. Wladislaw Anders, with approach, lined with golden cypruses, behind. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-11 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines.The Abbey, viewed from the Polish War Cemetery, with shadow of th Polish flag! Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-10 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. The remarkable view from the "Loggia del Paradiso". Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-09 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides. The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Steps leading up to the "Loggia del Paradiso" and the basilica, with statue of St. Benedict (left) and St. Scholastica (right). Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-08 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. Commanding position occupied by the Abbey over the surrounding countryside. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR250-07 Italy, Lazio, Cassino: famous for its Abbey, the scene of a major battle in World War II, with major loss of life on both sides (alone 1,100 Poles fell in the battle of Monte Cassino). The Abbey was completely demolished during the war, but subsequently rebuilt on modern lines. View of the town and its valley from the Abbey. Keywords: historic, Benedictine, Catholic, war history, onslought, tragedy, culture, war cemetery, memorial, architecture, hilltop-site
PMR477-08 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Chiemgau: the octagonal belltower of the Benedictine Abbey of Frauenworth on Frauen Island in Lake Chiem. The lower part dates from 10/11th century and was fortified against attack. Keywords: architecture, onion dome, monastery, nunnery
PMR512-02 Italy, South Tyrol, Bolzano: St. Augustin's Church, built in Baroque style 1769-71, belongs to the Benedictine monastery of Muri-Gries. Keywords: alpine, architecture, Bozen
PMR454-11 Austria, Styria, Admont: the Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century but rebuilt in 1865, possesses a famous Rococo library comprising 1600 Mss. and 150,000 volumes. Keywords: alpine, architecture, religious order, learning-centre, picturesque
PMR454-06 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place
PMR454-04 Austria, Styria, Mariazell: facade of the Benedictine Basilica; when the Gothic church was extended in 1644-1704 two Baroque towers were added on either side of the original porch and tower. Keywords: alpine scenery, picturesque, countryside, nature, Catholic, pilgrim's goal, holy place
PMR113K-31 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: the former Benedictine Monastery of the Holy Cross dating from 1125 AD. Note the storks' nest on the right chimney. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, park, formal gardens, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR113K-30 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Donauwörth: the former Benedictine Monastery of the Holy Cross dating from 1125 AD. Keywords: architecture, Schwaben, park, formal gardens, mediaeval, historic, national heritage, picturesque, Gothic architecture
PMR110K-11 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Ettal: the Benedictine Monastery of Ettal, founded in 1330, has a fine Baroque church built by architect Enrico Zuccalli 1709-26. Keywords: tourist attraction, dome, architecture, Christian , Abbey, Catholic
PMR109K-31 France, Périgord, Saint Léon sur Vézere: the oldest Romanesque church in Périgord, dating from the 12th century, was formerly a Benedictine church. View of the church and village, reflected in the waters of the River Vézere. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon, reflections
PMR109K-30 France, Périgord, Saint Léon sur Vézere: the oldest Romanesque church in Périgord, dating from the 12th century, was formerly a Benedictine church. Keywords: Dordogne, picturesque, national heritage, architecture, Neanderthal, stone-age man, cave dwellings, historic, mediaeval, Cro-Magnon
PMR079K-23 Germany, Hessen, Lorsch: plan of the former Benedictine Monastery, founded in the 8th century. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keywords: historic town, mediaeval, picturesque, national heritage, Carolingian architecture
PMR077K-02 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Bernried on Lake Starnberg: the former monastery of St: Augustine monks, now home to Benedictine nuns. Keywords: Catholic church, parkland, onion dome
PMR050K-21 Cyprus, Nicosia/Lefkosia: Folk Art Museum, part of the surviving wing of a 14th century Benedictine monastery.
PMR049K-09 Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, the extensive kitchen and herb gardens, with all plants carefully labelled. Keywords: Alps
PMR049K-08 Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the snow-covered mountains of the Gesäuse from the abbey lake. Keywords: Alps
PMR049K-07 Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, daffodils in the abbey garden, with the mountains in the background. Keywords: Alps
PMR049K-06 Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the abbey and its lake, backed by the snow-covered mountains of the Gesäuse. Keywords: Alps
PMR049K-05 Austria, Styria, Admont: Benedictine Abbey of Admont, founded in the 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk and Gebhard, Archbishop of Salzburg, but rebuilt after a fire in 1865. Contains a fine Rococo library which survived the fire. Here, view of the abbey's south facade, reflected in its lake. Keywords: Alps
PMR005K-12 Austria, Styria: Twin towers of the Benedictine Abbey church at Admont, founded in 11th century by St. Emma of Gurk. Keywords: architecture
PMR005K-11 Austria, Styria: Unusual Baroque and Gothic towers of the pilgrimage church of Austria's most frequented pilgrim's city, Mariazell. Originally founded as a Benedictine priory in 1157. Keywords: architecture
PMR005K-10 Austria, Styria: Unusual Baroque-Gothic facade of the pilgrimage church of Austria's most frequented pilgrim's city, Mariazell. Originally founded as a Benedictine priory in 1157. Keywords: architecture
PMR005K-09 Austria, Styria: Unusual Baroque-Gothic facade of the pilgrimage church of Austria's most frequented pilgrim's city, Mariazell. Originally founded as a Benedictine priory in 1157. Keywords: architecture
PMR685-07 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Vorderriss: frost in the Riss Valley, which the sun scarcely reaches in winter, with the Karwendel Mountains behind. Keywords: alpine, bucolic, meadow, Catholic, spring, pasture, Benedictine
PMR635-11 Croatia, Dalmatia, Zadar: Church and Monastery of St. Mary (Sv. Marije) with Romanesque belltower built in 1105, belonging to a Benedictine Order founded in 1066. Keywords: national heritage, Romanesque architecture, mediaeval, picturesque, historic town
PMR353-11 Belgium, Bruges: shady courtyard of the Beguinage, founded in 1245, now occupied by sisters of the Benedictine Order. Keywords: Brügge, historic, mediaeval, heritage, architecture, tradition
PMR597-09 Austia, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: courtyard of the abbey, with the snow-covered mountains of the Gesäuse in the background.
PMR597-08 Austria, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: view of the church from a window of the convent.
PMR597-07 Austria, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: view of the abbey with its reed-fringed lake.
PMR597-06 Austria, Styria: Admont Benedictine Abbey, founded in the 11th century, but reconstructed after a fire in 1865: the twin spires of the church.
PMR656-01 Germany, Upper Bavaria, Benediktbeuren Monastery: a sea of dandelions with the monastery towers in the distance. Keywords: alpine, Benedictine, pasture, spring, Catholic, meadow, bucolic

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