Abbazia di Santa Maria di Cerrate
-
SP100 km 5, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
Abbeys
Age category 18+
Facilities
No information
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
Weather for today
Additional conditions
-
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.
No reviews
Related categories
Nearby
Ad