Zirc Abbey, Cistercian abbey in Zirc, Hungary
The stone abbey features a baroque facade with a central portal, twin towers, and extensive windows across its symmetrical structure front.
King Béla III of Hungary established the abbey in 1182, bringing monks from Clairvaux to create a religious center in the region.
The abbey library contains 65,000 volumes, including 70 incunabula and numerous manuscripts documenting Hungarian religious and academic heritage.
Visitors can access the abbey church, museum, and arboretum daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages.
The abbey maintains active monastic residences in six Hungarian cities, including Budapest, Eger, and Pécs, continuing its educational mission.
Location: Zirc
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Website: http://zirciapatsag.hu
GPS coordinates: 47.26222,17.87500
Latest update: May 14, 2025 05:42
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