The ancient Abbey of Piona stands in a magnificent location at the end of a small peninsula overlooking Lake Como. Dating back to the 7th century it was consecrated in 1138, becoming an important center not only for spiritual, but also economic... See
Time period Middle Ages
Where Italy, Lecco
The abbey of Santa Maria delle Moie, located in Moie (AN) in the Marche region, is an abbey dating back to the XII century. It represents a significant example of Romanesque architecture in the region. Now completely incorporated in the homonymous... See
Where Italy, Ancona
The Abbadia di San Giorgio in Moneglia, in the province of Genoa, is the perfect place for those looking for a quiet and relaxed holiday. This charming boutique residence dating back to a Franciscan convent dating back to the 19th century offers... See
Where Italy, Genoa
Built by the Cistercian monks on a previous foundation in 1084, it is a precious example of Lombard Cistercian architecture and marks the transition from Romanesque to Gothic; In short, it became an important economic and social center, thanks to... See
Where Italy, Lodi
The Abbey of Chiaravalle della Colomba is a Cistercian abbey founded on 11 April 1136, located on the Via Francigena, in the Emilia region. See
Historical figure Bernardo di Chiaravalle
Where Italy, Piacenza
The monastic complex of the Abbey of Santa Maria di Follina rises, as required by the rule of the Cistercian Order, near the passage of a stream between a mountain and a plain. National monument since 1921, dates back to the twelfth century. See
Where Italy, Treviso
The Abbey of Marienberg is a Benedictine monastery located just above Burgusio, a hamlet of Malles, in the upper Val Venosta. It is the tallest Benedictine building in Europe (1,335 meters above sea level), and is one of the most important... See
Where Italy, Bolzano
The abbey of Morimondo is a Cistercian abbey located a few kilometers from Milan, in the locality of Morimondo, on the border with the territory of Pavia. See
Where Italy, Milan
The Novacella Abbey, located near Varna, is the largest convent complex in the whole of Tyrol and one of the most prestigious in northern Italy. Largely open to the public, today it has among its activities the production and sale of excellent... See
The Pomposa abbey located in the municipality of Codigoro in the province of Ferrara is an abbey dating back to the 9th century and one of the most important in all of Northern Italy. The Pomposa Abbey, a masterpiece of Romanesque art dating back... See
Where Italy, Ferrara
The Abbey of Rosazzo is located on the eastern hills of Friuli, in a quiet location about twenty kilometers from Udine and about ten from the border with Slovenia. It has 3 single and 11 double rooms all equipped with internal services. See
Where Italy, Udine
The abbey of San Fruttuoso di Capodimonte is a Catholic place of worship located in the bay of the municipality of Camogli, within the terrestrial and marine park of Monte di Portofino. The abbey is dedicated to Saint Fruttuoso of Tarragona,... See
The abbey of San Vincenzo al Volturno is a historic Benedictine abbey located in the territory of the municipalities of Castel San Vincenzo and Rocchetta a Volturno in the Province of Isernia, in the Upper Volturno Valley. See
Where Italy, Isernia
The abbey of Santa Maria Maggiore di Summaga is a tenth century monastery located in Summaga, a hamlet on the outskirts of Portogruaro in the province of Venice. See
Where Italy, Venice
The abbey of Santa Maria di Vezzolano is the most famous Romanesque monument in Asti, located in the municipality of Albugnano. The name "abbey" has always been used improperly even by the State Bodies in charge of management, as the church has... See
Where Italy, Asti
The San Pietro in Valle Abbey is surrounded by the green woods, between the city of Spoleto and the Marmore waterfalls; a thousand-year-old abbey with a magnificent view of the valley, transformed into a period residence in 1999 with 20 rooms and... See
Historical figure Faroaldo II - Duca di Spoleto
Where Italy, Terni
Superb location in the heart of the Belice Valley, the Abbey of Santa Maria del Bosco was built by a group of Benedictine monks in the thirteenth century. The structure has 12 rooms where you can stay in close contact with history and culture. The... See
Time period 1700s Middle Ages
Where Italy, Palermo
The Vangadizza abbey was, between the tenth century and 1792, a territorial abbey immediately subject to the Holy See based in Badia Polesine in the church of Santa Maria della Vangadizza, now demolished. It was independent until the 14th century. See
Time period 1800s
Where Italy, Rovigo
An ancient monastery located inside the peaceful Park of Monte Subiaso, transformed into a wellness center with a laboratory of natural remedies respecting the recipes of ancient herbalists: The Ancient Monastery of San Biagio is an oasis of peace... See
Where Italy, Perugia
The Sonnenburg Castle is located in San Lorenzo di Sebato, near Brunico, in the province of Bolzano. With a very lively history behind it, today the castle is home to one of South Tyrol's most popular historic hotels and an excellent restaurant. See
Historical figure Nicola Cusano
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