A golden, shimmering masterpiece of Baroque architecture is sitting high above the Danube River: Melk Abbey – a Benedictine monastery located in Lower Austria. The rich history of Melk Abbey is dating back to 1089 when Benedictine monks have lived here. Melk Abbey has been a monastic school, a center of education and a place of cultural and spiritual influence. Melk Abbey is known for its magnificent Baroque architecture, being one of the largest and most beautiful gems in Europe. Melk Abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Wachau Cultural Landscape” and has been a part of this site since 2000.
What makes Melk Abbey so outstanding?
The combination of breathtaking architecture and living spirituality make Melk Abbey extraordinary. The masterpiece of Jakob Prandtauer forms a harmonious ensemble of a majestic abbey church, one of Europe’s most valuable historic libraries, and magnificent halls.
Things to discover at Melk Abbey
- Abbey Church: It is the highlight of the baroque abbey complex. The magnificent interior consists of stucco, gold leaf and marble.
- Abbey Museum: It is showcasing the history and present of the abbey.
- Abbey Park: A beautiful garden that’s expressing nature and spirit. The interaction of architecture, nature and spirituality make it a unique park landscape.
- Temporary exhibitions by international artists are taking place at Melk Abbey, providing a space for contemporary art.
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