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The 9th-century Benedictine monastery of Sant Quirze de Colera

The 9th-century Benedictine monastery of Sant Quirze de Colera

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Located in Rabós, Catalonia, the Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera is a 9th-century Benedictine monastery built in the First Romanesque style.

The Monestir de Sant Quirze de Colera is a Benedictine monastery situated in Rabós, Catalonia, Spain. Dating back to 935, the building is an example of the First Romanesque style.

The site served as a place of worship for the Catholic denomination and holds the status of a historic monastery. It was officially declared a Bien de Interés Cultural landmark in 1931.

Known historically as Sant Quirc de Colera, the monastery remains an architectural site of significance in the region. It is listed as a recognized heritage site and a point of interest for the area.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

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