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| Ettal Abbey |
Welcome to Ettal Abbey,
what a grand entrance
on a not so grand day.
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| Dome Frescoes |
But the cold & cloudiness didn't stop us from enjoying the beauty of this 14c abbey.
In the 1700s the abbey was rebuilt in the Bavarian rococo style.
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| Through The Pillars |
They 50+ monks here must produce and earn their keep
so here you will also find a brewery, hotel and publishing house.
so here you will also find a brewery, hotel and publishing house.
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| Looking at the Arched Entry |
Sadly all has not been beautiful at the Abbey.
Since 2010 the abbey has been under investigation for physical and sexual abuses of children.
So sad.
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| Remembering Aubrey Mae Yeiter, our first grandchild taken to heaven too soon. |
You can visit the abbey at no charge when open.
Check the hours before going.
These and other pictures of the Abbey can be seen here.
Benediktinerabtei Ettal
Kaiser-Ludwig-Platz 1
82488 Ettal
Telephone: +49 (0)8822 740
Fax: +49 (0)8822 74228
Email: verwaltung@kloster-ettal.de
Homepage: http://www.kloster-ettal.de
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| http://www.tompgalvin.com/places/de/bayern/1_de_by.htm |
4 comments:
wow on the dome looking like a kaleidoscope and m favorite is between the pillars.
Wow! That is so ornate and amazing!
Splendid photos, these!! Wow!
So sad that it's history has been marred by those abuses. It's a stunningly beautiful place. I look at those frescoes and I just marvel at the patience, strength and courage of the artist/artists...amazing! I envy you having seen it in real life but am happy you shared it with us.
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