Karmelklooster, Carmelite monastery in Drachten, Netherlands.
The Karmelklooster features a square layout with four wings surrounding an enclosed courtyard garden, positioned on an elevated area among tall trees.
The monastery construction began in 1936 with the eastern wing, followed by southern wing and chapel in 1946, completing northern and western sections by 1955.
From 1935 until 1993, Carmelite nuns maintained the monastery through activities including host baking, knitting, and laundry services while dedicating time to prayer.
The building now undergoes conversion into a specialized care facility, incorporating 32 rooms measuring 40 to 45 square meters for individuals with dementia.
The monastery retains its original cloister corridors and features specific spaces like the bird room where women bid farewell to their families.
Location: Smallingerland
GPS coordinates: 53.09443,6.09860
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:24
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