Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Benedictine monastery in Asciano and Chiusure, Italy
The monastery complex features red brick buildings with a fortified entrance tower standing against the clay landscape of Crete Senesi.
The Olivetan congregation received papal approval from Pope Clement VI in 1344, establishing the monastery's position within the Catholic hierarchy.
The Great Cloister contains 35 frescoes depicting Saint Benedict's life, painted by Renaissance artists Luca Signorelli and Il Sodoma between 1497 and 1508.
The monastery opens daily for visits, with guided tours available to explore the church, cloisters, library containing 40,000 volumes, and historic pharmacy.
The wooden choir stalls, created by Fra Giovanni da Verona between 1503 and 1505, display intricate inlay work representing nature and geometric patterns.
Location: Asciano
Inception: 1320
Address: Monte Oliveto Maggiore, 53041 Asciano SI, Italy 53041 Asciano
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 14:30-17:00
Phone: +390577707258
Website: https://monteolivetomaggiore.it
GPS coordinates: 43.17530,11.54420
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:39
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