maulbronn monastery
states: [germany]
category: cultural
year: 1993
location: District of Enz, State of Baden-Württemberg
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 49.0008300000, 8.8130600000
visited: 2022
Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany, is a remarkably preserved medieval Cistercian complex founded in 1147. Its Romanesque and Gothic architecture includes a grand church, cloisters, and monastic buildings, showcasing monastic life’s simplicity and ingenuity. Surrounded by fortified walls, it reflects centuries of religious and cultural history. The site features an innovative water management system, highlighting medieval engineering. This tranquil complex offers a vivid glimpse into Europe’s monastic past.
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