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Montserrat
The monasteries of Catalonia provide
a fantastic religious tourism option,
as residents and tourists alike come
for prayer, meet friends & family,
and simply to view the stunning
architectural designs.
The region of Catalonia is dotted
with vast amounts of shrines and
monasteries, especially in the mountain
areas, which are largely dedicated
to the Virgin Mary. One of the most
important of these monasteries is at
Montserrat, which is widely regarded
are one of the main spiritual reference
points in Catalonia.
When in Catalonia a visit to the
Mountain of Montserrat is a must
for anyone with its spectacular peaks
rising over 4000ft and the Benedictine
monastery founded in the 11th century.
The Virgin of Montserrat is housed
in the abbey and is the Patroness of
Catalonia. The Abbey has also become
world famous because of its boy’s
choir “Escolania” and school of music,
considered to be the choir of oldest
European tradition. A trip to the top of
the mountain gives some breathtaking
views of the surrounding countryside.
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