Abbazia di Santa Maria di Cerrate

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SP100 km 5, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
Abbeys
Age category 18+

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Opening hours

Tuesday

10:00 - 16:00

Wednesday

10:00 - 16:00

Thursday

10:00 - 16:00

Friday

10:00 - 16:00

Saturday

10:00 - 16:00

Sunday

10:00 - 16:00

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Description

Abbazia di Santa Maria di Cerrate is a former Byzantine Orthodox monastery that impresses with its rich history and unique architecture.

The abbey's interior is decorated with precious frescoes depicting, among other things, the Assumption of Mary and a mysterious scene with St. George fighting a dragon.

The site combines the sacred with the tradition of oil production - under the abbey there is a crypt with a preserved olive press.

Walking through the courtyard and cloisters, you can admire the capitals with a variety of motifs and relax surrounded by aromatic herbs in the garden.

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