Certosa di Farneta, Province of Lucca

The Certosa di Farneta contains multiple chapels, living quarters, and religious buildings arranged according to traditional Carthusian architectural principles.

During World War II in September 1944, the monastery became a refuge for civilians and Jews until Nazi forces executed twelve members of the religious community.

The monastery features 17th-century artistic works by painters Giovanni Fondagna and Stefano Cassiani, including decorations on the cupola and altar pieces.

The monastery functions under the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lucca and maintains regular religious services following Carthusian traditions.

From 1903 to 1940, the Certosa di Farneta served as the mother house of the Carthusian Order after the French community's expulsion from Grande Chartreuse.

Location: Lucca

Website: http://cartusialover.altervista.org

GPS coordinates: 43.86541,10.41758

Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:40