Abbazia di Acqualunga, Romanesque abbey in Frascarolo, Italy.
Description
The abbey is a Romanesque structure built entirely of brick, featuring a church with three naves separated by columns and decorated with ribbed vaults. The choir terminates in a flat end, creating a unified architectural space.
History
The monastery was founded in 1204 by Cistercian monks and later granted imperial privileges by Frederick II in 1227 and by Henry VII in 1311. These honors reflected the abbey's growing importance in the region.
Culture
The monastery functioned as a religious center within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Vigevano until its complete dissolution in the late 18th century.
Practical
The parish rectory now occupies what was once the guest accommodation area, while the original monastic buildings to the south of the church have disappeared. Access to the site may be limited, so it is worth checking locally before planning a visit.
Did you know?
Three monks remained as caretakers of the abbey long after the monastic community dissolved in the late 1700s. Their persistent presence at this location extended into the final years before complete abandonment.
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