Cistercian Collection (page 3)

Evening landscape with the ruins of Kirkstall Abbey, Yorkshire, 1794-1849. Creator: Peter de Wint
Evening landscape with the ruins of Kirkstall Abbey, Yorkshire, 1794-1849

Esquisse pour l'escalier de la Sorbonne : Louis IX à l'abbaye de Royaumont, 1888. Creator: Theobald Chartran
Esquisse pour l'escalier de la Sorbonne : Louis IX a l'abbaye de Royaumont, 1888

Cloister of the Abbaye-aux-Bois, rue de Sevres, 1906. Creator: Frederic Houbron
Cloister of the Abbaye-aux-Bois, rue de Sevres, 1906

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Cleeve Abbey, Somerset. Monastery founded 1198 and dissolved 1537, parts of the site are among the latest monastic buildings in the country, 2016

Romanesque cloisters at Abbaye de Fontfroide, Aude Department, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Field Gun outside the TJaegershof Restaurant
The restaurant has a small but interesting museum which is concerned with the activities nearby, including the St Sixtus Abbey

Medmenham Abbey, Medmenham, Buckinghamshire. Date: circa 1980s

Ground Plan of Abbey of Fountains, Fountains Abbey, 1897. From The Ruined Abbeys of Britain by Frederick Ross. [William Mackenzie, London, 1897]

Spain, Catalonia, Tarragona, Montferri, Ceiling of the modernist Montferri sanctuary

Spain, Catalonia, Lerida, Vallbona de les Monges, Frontal view of the monastery

Spain, Catalonia, Lerida, Guimera, Ruins of Santa Maria di Vallsanta church

Spain, Catalonia, Tarragona, Poblet, Elevated view of the historical complex

Spain, Catalonia, Tarragona, Santes Creus, Elevated view of the Santes Creus Monastery

Church of San Salvador de Valdedios, Villaviciosa, Asturias, Spain

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WAVERLEY ABBEY, FARNHAM, WAVERLEY, SURREY. A view of the lay brothers quarters at Waverley Abbey from the north-west, showing trees and foliage growing in the ruins

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WAVERLEY ABBEY, FARNHAM, WAVERLEY, SURREY. The 13th century vaulted refectory or dining hall for lay brothers at Waverley Abbey

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. View of the nave and choir from inside the ruins at Rievaulx Abbey. View of the nave and choir taken from inside the ruins

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Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. View of Fountains Abbey ruins with a triptych of arches in the foreground

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Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Looking to the east end of the nave from inside the ruins at Fountains Abbey

Cleeve Abbey BB48_00245
CLEEVE ABBEY, CHAPTER HOUSE, OLD CLEEVE, WEST SOMERSET. An external view of the chapter house in Cleeve Abbey, seen from the cloister

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TINTERN ABBEY, MONMOUTHSHIRE, WALES. Exterior view of Tintern Abbey, seen from the south-west, with the west front, south side of the nave and south transept in view

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of Rievaulx Abbey with the River Rye and a cottage in the foreground

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of Rievaulx Abbey from the south-west, with Abbey Farm in the foreground

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. The refectory at Rievaulx Abbey under restoration, with scaffolding erected around the site

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. The choir at Rievaulx Abbey under restoration, with two men working in the background

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of Rievaulx Abbey with a cottage in the foreground and wooded hillside beyond

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A photographic copy of a Dufaycolor photograph showing the south side of Rievaulx Abbey. This copy has been reproduced in black and white

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RIEVAULX ABBEY, RIEVAULX, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of Rievaulx Abbey in the distance from the south-west

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Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. An exterior view of the east end of Fountains Abbey

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Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. A view of Fountains Abbey framed by foliage

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Fountains Abbey, Fountains Abbey Estate, Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The presbytery at Fountains Abbey seen from the north-west

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BYLAND ABBEY, BYLAND WITH WASS, RYEDALE, NORTH YORKSHIRE. A view of abbey ruins seen through the west door of the church at Byland Abbey

Cloister in the Cistercian monastery Eberbach near Kiedrich, Rheingau, Hesse, Germany

Abbey church of the Cistercian monastery Eberbach near Kiedrich, Rheingau, Hesse, Germany

UK, Wales, Monmouthshire, Wye Valley, Tintern, Tintern Abbey

View over artificial lake towards the Cistercian church of St. Florian, Koprzywnica, Swietokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland

Cistercian church of St. Florian, Koprzywnica, Swietokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland

Abbey de Senanque and Lavender fields near Gordes, Vaucluse, Provence, France

Europe, Spain, Burgos, Cistercian Abbey of San Pedro de Gardina, the original tomb site of the family of El Cid, mudejar cloisters

Italy. Tuscany. Siena district Chiusdino. San Galgano Abbey

Cour Louis XIV at Abbaye de Fontfroide, Aude Department, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Lavender fields in full bloom in early July in front of Abbaye de SA nanque Abbey at
Lavender fields in full bloom in early July in front of Abbaye de Senanque Abbey at sunrise, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur, France

Lavender fields in full bloom in early July in front of Abbaye de Senanque Abbey, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur, France

Children's prison, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte
Children's prison (centre) and workshops (right), (the abbey functioned as a prison from 1804 when it was converted by Napoleon), at the Abbaye de Clairvaux, or Clairvaux Abbey

Barn, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube, France
Barn, with timber frame, formerly a lay brothers building, at the Abbaye de Clairvaux, or Clairvaux Abbey, a Cistercian monastery founded 1115 by St Bernard, in Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube, Grand Est

Chapel, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube, France
Refectory, built 1774, converted in 1813 to a chapel for prisoners (the abbey functioned as a prison from 1804 when it was converted by Napoleon), restored 2013-15, at the Abbaye de Clairvaux

Prison cells, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube
Group cells in the men's prison, (the abbey functioned as a prison from 1804 when it was converted by Napoleon), at the Abbaye de Clairvaux, or Clairvaux Abbey

Grand Cloister, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube
Grand Cloister, built 17th century in classical style, surrounded by the lay brothers building, kitchen, monks refectory, boiler room and monks building, later used as the men's prison

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"Cistercian: Exploring the Tranquil Beauty of Medieval Monasticism" Step into history and immerse yourself in the serene world architecture. From the awe-inspiring Margram Abbey Church to the picturesque Tintern Abbey in Wales, these sacred sites transport us back to a time when devotion and simplicity were paramount. Founded by St Bernard of Clairvaux, the Cistercians sought solace amidst nature, as seen in Kirkstall Abbey near Leeds, where lush greenery surrounds its ancient ruins. Similarly, Senanque Abbey captivates with its lavender fields in full bloom, creating a breathtaking harmony between man-made structures and natural beauty. Furness Abbey stands as a testament to the order's influence across borders; located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, it showcases their architectural prowess even today. Joseph Cundall's 1850s depiction of Kirkstall Abbey from the west captures its grandeur and invites us to imagine life within those hallowed walls. Delve deeper into this monastic world with Rievaulx Abbey's ground plan from 1897 - an intricate blueprint that reveals meticulous planning behind every archway and cloister. Melrose Abbey in Scotland beckons visitors with its hauntingly beautiful ruins while Maulbronn Monastery complex offers a glimpse into daily life within these austere yet captivating surroundings. Roche Abbey whispers tales of spiritual contemplation through its crumbling stones while Rievaulx Abbey near Helmsley enchants with its tranquil setting amidst North Yorkshire's rolling hills. The legacy of the Cistercians lives on through these remarkable landmarks scattered throughout Europe. Each site tells a unique story - one that resonates with tranquility, devotion, and an unwavering commitment to faith. Embark on your own pilgrimage through time as you explore these hidden treasures steeped in centuries-old spirituality.