San Galgano Abbey

San Galgano Abbey is a historic, ruined monastery in Tuscany, Italy, built in the 13th century. Originally a Cistercian monastery, it is renowned for its impressive Gothic architecture and its roofless, windowless nave, creating a hauntingly beautiful landscape. The abbey is associated with the legendary sword-in-the-rock story of Saint Galgano, symbolizing the Knights Templar. Despite its abandonment in the 16th century, the site attracts visitors and filmmakers for its evocative atmosphere, blending history, legend, and natural beauty in a serene countryside setting.