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Romanesque Portal at Altzella Abbey

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Romanesque Portal at Altzella Abbey

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Romanesque Portal at Altzella Abbey

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    September 30, 2022

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    Originally, this portal was the only entrance to the monastery, which was surrounded by a wall about a kilometer long. It was built at the end of the 12th century. The building material consists of brick and Rochlitz porphyry.
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    April 23, 2022

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    This is where the main portal of the former Cistercian monastery is located.
    The perfect semi-arches form beautiful whisper arches. Tip: Choose a bow for two, stand at one end and play silent post by whispering something into the other's bow. The effect is really impressive.
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    The cloister portal on the west side of the cloister wall, built in the last quarter of the 12th century, is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture. It served as …
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