Abbey of Saint Benedict (Montecassino)

The Abbey of Saint Benedict, located in Montecassino, Italy, is a historic Benedictine monastery founded in 529 AD by Saint Benedict of Nursia. It symbolizes Western monasticism and has been a center of religious life, learning, and cultural preservation throughout centuries. Known for its distinctive hilltop location, the abbey has been rebuilt multiple times due to destruction during wars. It houses impressive architectural features, art, and a library with ancient manuscripts. Today, it remains an active spiritual community and a significant historical monument reflecting Benedictine values of prayer, work, and community.