Monastery Collection (page 3)

Bhutan, Paro. Prayer flags fluttering at the cliffs edge across from Taktsang Monastery, or Tigers Nest

Asia; Cambodia; Angkor Watt; Siem Reap; Faces of the Bayon Temple
Cambodia, Angkor Watt, Siem Reap, Faces of the Bayon Temple

Cliff top town of Rocamadour in the Lot region of Southern France
The historic and medieval town of Rocamadour in the Lot Region of South West France Europe

The jagged mountains in Catalonia with Cable Car (Aeri de Montserrat), Spain, showing the Benedictine Abbey at Montserrat, Santa Maria de Montserrat, near Barcelona

Woodspring Priory JEH_22026_01a
Woodspring Priory, near Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset. A house of Augustinian canons was founded here circa 1210. The remains are now part of a farm. The tower of the church is prominent

Fibonacci
Escalera de caracol en el monasterio cisterciense de Santa Maria de Rioseco. Spiral staircase in the Cistercian Monastery of Santa Maria de Rioseco

Scribe copying manuscripts in the Middle Ages
Medieval scribe writing at a desk, surrounded by open manuscripts. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Christ in Saint-Francois de Sales monastery, Evian, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

Kylemore Abbey, Pollacappul, Connemara, Co. Galway, Ireland

A woman in a hat at Panormitis Monastery, Symi, Dodecanese Islands, Greece. (MR)Symi, Dodecanese Islands, Greece. (MR)

San Giulio island at sunset, Orta San Giulio, Novara, Piedmont, Italy

Armenia, Khor Virap. Khor Virap Monastery, 6th century, with Mt. Ararat

Aerial view of Orta San Giulio and Lake Orta at blu hour before a storm. Orta Lake, Province of Novara, Piedmont, Italy

The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. Artist: Vasily Vereshchagin
The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. The Trinity Lavra of St Sergius was founded in Sergiyev Posad (Zagorsk), Russia, in 1345 by St Sergius of Radonezh

Bulgaria, Southern Mountains, Rila, Rila Monastery, UNESCO-listed wall frescoes, Jesus Christ and Virgin Mary

Elevated View to Vlacherna Monastery and the Church of Pantokrator on Mouse Island, Kanoni, Corfu, The Ionian Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Saint Barbara, c. 1470, by Master of the Statues of Koudewat
Master of the Statues of Koudewater (active c. 1460-1480). Statue of Saint Barbara, c. 1470. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

BUEIL, John V of (1406-1477). Noble French, companion in the military campaign of Joan of Arc. Fighting in a city square. Illustration in Le Jouvencel (1461-1466) Folio 155 r

Carthusian Monks
Carthusian monks of the tranquil monastery of La Valsainte, Switzerland, drinking from the village well, oblivious of World War Two. Date: early 1940s

Austria, Melk monastery, baroque spiral staircase down to the Church of the Abbey, Wachau Valley

Vlacherna Monastery at Kanoni, Corfu, Greece
The location of Kanoni with the church of Panagia Vlacherna is one of the most famous and photographed spots of Corfu. Kanoni is actually a quarter of Corfu Town

Cross stone, khachkar, Sanahin monastery, Armenia
The cross stone or khachkar at Sanahin monastery in Alaverdi, Amenia.Khachkars are characteristic of Medieval Christian Armenian art.The symbolism

Cistercian abbey Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque, with lavender field, Vaucluse, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Cote dAzur, France

MAP OF ENGLAND, c1250. One of the earliest detailed maps of Great Britain extant, drawn about 1250 A.D. by Matthew Paris, artist, historian and monk of St. Albans

Egypt, Mount Sinai, Saint Catherines Monastery, high angle view

Sucevita, Bucovina Monasteries. Detail of murals on the Monastery walls
Sucevita Monastery, 16th century, exterior religious frescoes, Sucevita, Bucovina Monasteries, Bucovina Region, Romania

MOSES BEFORE BURNING BUSH. 12th century icon in St. Catherines Monastery, Sinai

Northern Ireland, Fermanagh, Enniskillen. Tthe monastic settlement and round tower on Devenish Island in Lower Lough Erne

Myanmar, Burma, Rakhine State, Sittwe. Three novice monks look out of their dormitory window at the Pathain Monastery. Most early learning takes place in monastery schools

Kumbum stupa, Pelkor Chode monastery, Gyanze (Gyantse), Tibet, China, Asia

"Muckross Abbey - Tree of Life"
The Franciscan friary of Irrelagh, known as "Muckross Abbey" was founded for the Observatine Franciscans about 1448, by Daniel McCarthy Mor

Newstead Abbey 35049_057
Newstead, Nottinghamshire, 2021. Newstead Abbey, a former Augustinian monastery and home to the poet Lord Byron who had to sell the Abbey due to remaining debts on the estate

Altarpiece from Thuison-les-Abbeville: Saint Hugh of Lincoln, 1490 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Altarpiece from Thuison-les-Abbeville: Saint Hugh of Lincoln, 1490/1500

Evicted, from MacMillan school posters, c. 1950-60s (litho)
3709078 Evicted, from MacMillan school posters, c.1950-60s (litho) by Leighton, Edmund Blair (1853-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: E Blair Leighton (1853-1922) MacMillan school posters

The sun sets over domes of the Andreevsky Monastery and the main building of the Lomonosov Moscow State University in Moscow, Russia January 10, 2018. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov

Greece, Thessaly, Meteora, Panoramic view of Meteora and Holy Monastery of Rousanou

Armenia, Lake Sevan, Sevan, Sevanavank Monastery, church exterior

Sant Pere de Rodes benedictine monastery, El Port de la Selva, Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain

Courtyard and corridor inside neo-classical Church and Monastery of San Felipe Neri, Sucre, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bolivia, South America

Ballindoon Abbey, Lough Arrow, County Sligo, Ireland; Lakefront Historic Abbey

Winter in the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, c1910. Artist: Nikolay Dubovskoy
Winter in the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, c1910. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Yaroslavl, Russia

Pilgrims on the way to Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1904. Artist: Maxim Dmitriev
Pilgrims on the way to Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1904. The monastery is asociated with St Seraphim. It was visited by the Russian Imperial Family in 1903

Easter procession, Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Artist: K von Hahn
Easter procession, Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Nicholas II and members of the Russian royal family visited the monastery, which is associated with St Seraphim, in 1903

The Russian royal family visiting Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Artist: K von Hahn
The Russian royal family visiting Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Tsar Nicholas II and his family visited the monastery, which is associated with St Seraphim, in 1903

Abbeville, France - Abbey of Saint Riquier founded in 799 Date: circa 1850s

South East Asia; Thialand; Bangkok; Yaksha at wat phra kaeo The Grand Palace
Thailand, Bangkok, Yaksha at Wat Phra Kaeo The Grand Palace

St. Michaels Golden-Domed Monastery, Kiev
St. Michaels Golden-Domed Monastery is a functioning monastery in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine. Originally built in the Middle Ages, the monastery comprises the Cathedral itself, the Refectory of St

Frescoes in Voronet Monastery (UNESCO)
The Voronet Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Romanian village of Voronet, near the town Gura Humorului. It is one of the famous painted monasteries from southern Bukovina

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Discover the serenity and spirituality of monastic life as you explore the Vlacherna Monastery in Kanoni, Corfu. Located in the enchanting Ionian Islands of Greece, this hidden gem offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Greek Islands and Europe. Embark on a spiritual journey to Sevanavank (Sevan Monastery) nestled by Lake Sevan in Armenia's breathtaking Caucasus region. Immerse yourself in Central Asia's mystical charm and witness the beauty that lies within this ancient monastery. Pay homage to Saint Brigid of Ireland at Sherborne Abbey 29672_051, a place where tranquility meets architectural grandeur. Experience a sense of peace as you step foot inside this sacred sanctuary. Marvel at Ostrog Monastery perched on a mountainside in Montenegro, offering awe-inspiring views of its surroundings. Explore both its upper church and exterior, immersing yourself in Montenegro's rich cultural heritage. Gaze upon the majestic North side of Mount Everest from Rongbuk monastery located amidst the towering Himalayas. Let your spirit soar as you take in nature's magnificence while being surrounded by centuries-old traditions. Journey to Romania's Bucovina region and admire Voronet monastery's stunning exterior adorned with vibrant frescoes. Witness firsthand how artistry intertwines with spirituality creating an unforgettable experience. Experience Thailand’s Loi Krathong festival as monks light khom loy candles and lanterns illuminating the night sky with their ethereal glow. Join locals in celebrating this magical event filled with joy and reverence. Explore Tibet’s iconic Potala Palace, an architectural masterpiece that stands tall amidst China’s serene landscapes. Discover Tibetan Buddhism’s profound influence on culture while basking in its tranquil ambiance. Visit St. Michaels gold-domed cathedral situated amidst Kiev’s picturesque skyline, offering solace for those seeking spiritual enlightenment. Feel inspired by the golden glow that radiates from this sacred place.