Cîteaux Church

Cîteaux Church, located in France, is the founding site of the Cistercian Order, a Catholic monastic community established in 1098. The church was part of a reform movement aiming for a return to simplicity and adherence to the Rule of St. Benedict, focusing on contemplation, prayer, and manual labor. Cîteaux became influential in promoting agricultural practices and architectural styles that emphasized austere beauty. The Cistercians spread throughout Europe, contributing significantly to agriculture, viticulture, and society. Today, Cîteaux Church serves as a symbol of monastic life and spiritual tradition within the Catholic Church.