Abbaye de Cistercien

The Abbaye de Cistercien refers to a Cistercian Abbey, a monastery built by the Cistercian monastic order founded in 1098 in France. Known for their emphasis on strict adherence to the Benedictine rule, Cistercian abbeys are characterized by their simple, plain architecture and focus on manual labor, farming, and self-sufficiency. These monasteries served as religious, cultural, and economic centers in medieval Europe. The Abbaye de Cistercien exemplifies this tradition, reflecting their values of austerity, craftsmanship, and community life, and often features minimal ornamental details to foster contemplation and spiritual discipline.