The first news of the foundation of the monastery comes to us from the twelfth century, where three anchorites from different communities decided to make a single monastery. Its construction dates back to the year 1132.

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March 25, 2022

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Centuries ago, a monumental monastery was built in Oia on the rugged and rocky coast between Baiona and A Guarda, with a large church dedicated to Santa María. It is one of the few examples of an abbey by the sea in Galicia, since the few that existed would soon retire to inland places, less exposed to the attacks of pirates and corsairs who devastated the Galician coast for several centuries.

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September 21, 2022

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This Romanesque-style church has a privileged position facing the sea and the surrounding hills. In addition to the church, the enclosure includes several patios, a cellar, a parade ground, etc. Guided tours can be made by booking through the monastery website.

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1. View of Lake do Laron – Camino do Seixo, Oia, Galicia loop from Oia

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490m

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2. Camino do Seixo, Oia, Galicia – View of Oia Monastery loop from Viladesuso

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50m

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3. Camino do Seixo, Oia, Galicia – View of Oia Monastery loop from Viladesuso

23.7km

06:13

180m

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Elevation 20 m

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Viewpoint at the Monastery of Santa María de Oia

1. View of Lake do Laron – Camino do Seixo, Oia, Galicia loop from Oia

2. Camino do Seixo, Oia, Galicia – View of Oia Monastery loop from Viladesuso

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