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Cologne Charterhouse, Gothic monastery in Altstadt-Süd, Germany.

The Cologne Charterhouse exhibits architectural elements characteristic of medieval religious buildings, with stone walls and functional spaces designed for monastic life.

Established on January 17, 1301, this monastery became a center for Carthusian monks who dedicated their lives to prayer and contemplation in North Rhine-Westphalia.

The monastery represents the traditions of Carthusian monasticism, where monks lived in individual cells while maintaining a communal spiritual practice.

The Cologne Charterhouse opens for guided tours, allowing visitors to explore selected areas and learn about its architectural features and religious significance.

The monastery incorporates educational facilities and administrative buildings within its historical structure, adapting medieval spaces to contemporary purposes.

Location: Altstadt-Süd

Inception: 14 century

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Website: http://kartaeuserkirche-koeln.de/Kartausekoeln.aspx

GPS coordinates: 50.92450,6.95563

Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:16

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