Nestled in the heart of the Catalan town of Vallbona de les Monges, in the comarca of Urgell, lies a striking architectural wonder: the Monastery of Santa Maria de Vallbona. Founded in the early 12th century and constructed between the 12th and 14th centuries, it ranks among the most significant monastic sites in Catalonia (source: 1,4). The church serves as a prototype of the architectural style that transpired during the transition between Romanesque and Gothic eras (source: 1).
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Written by Nik Frost
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