Santa Maria della Ferraria, Cistercian abbey in Vairano Patenora, Italy.
The monastery complex includes a church with large windows, cloisters, and monastic quarters arranged according to Cistercian architectural principles.
Founded on January 17, 1101, the abbey operated under Cistercian monks until 1807, when Joseph Bonaparte nationalized the property during French rule.
The monastery functioned as an agricultural education center, teaching local inhabitants sustainable farming methods while maintaining religious practices.
The abbey stands at coordinates 41°22′00″N 14°10′00″E, accessible by car or public transportation from surrounding towns in the Caserta province.
This monastery established four daughter abbeys: Santa Maria dell'Arco, Santo Spirito della Valle, Santa Maria Incoronata, and Santi Vito e Salvo.
Location: Vairano Patenora
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: Cistercian architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.36667,14.16667
Latest update: March 20, 2025 06:10
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