Güigüe Abbey

Güigüe Abbey is a Benedictine monastery located near Lake Valencia with stone walls, a central courtyard, and residential quarters for the monastic community. The complex displays traditional monastic architecture designed for prayer, work, and communal living.

The monastery was founded in Caracas after World War I, then the community moved to Güigüe in 1990. The relocation happened because of urban growth in the capital.

The monastery keeps Benedictine practices alive through regular prayer times and farming work that shapes daily life for those living there.

The site sits along the road between Valencia and Güigüe, and visitors should contact the monastery office ahead of time to arrange a guided tour. The location is easiest to reach by personal vehicle.

The monastery produces income through farming activities while sitting above the southern shores of Lake Valencia. This blend of agriculture and location creates a place where monastic work and the natural landscape merge seamlessly.

Location: Güigüe

GPS coordinates: 10.07750,-67.80528

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09