Monreale, the Benedictine cloysters
The Benedictine order may be considered the savour of Christian Europe menaced by the fall of Rome (476 C.e). Their legendary discipline and talent for teaching is mostly evident in the capitals of churches and cloisters all over Europe. The one in Monreale are considered among the most achieved and beautiful in the world.
The lecture unveils the meaning of them all, introducing to what once was a monk's life, from the moment he entered a very young novice until he died, eventually a prior... Monreale cloisters seals many a secret, like the one linked to the profound meaning of the remarkable fountain...
Unmissable
Please note, entrance fee to the cloisters not included (6€ each)
Eventually, after the lecture, free unguided visit to the cathedral (entrance free )