S. Maria di Cadossa, Medieval monastery in Montesano sulla Marcellana, Italy.
Description
S. Maria di Cadossa Abbey is a Benedictine monastery in the mountains of southern Italy that continues to function as an active religious community. The buildings and grounds serve as a working center where daily worship and communal life take place within the Diocese of Teggiano-Policastro.
History
The monastery was founded around the year 1000 and developed into an important religious institution in the region. Over the centuries it has endured various transformations while maintaining its spiritual purpose.
Culture
The monastery is a living place where daily communal life unfolds following Benedictine traditions. The monks shape the site through their presence and spiritual work that serves the surrounding community.
Practical
The monastery sits in mountainous terrain and can be accessed on foot, though the paths leading to it are winding and rural. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear and be prepared for an isolated and countryside setting.
Did you know?
The monastery holds extensive historical documents and manuscripts spanning more than a millennium of its history. These archives provide insight into the religious life and spiritual development of the region across the centuries.
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