It is the most isolated Cistercian establishment, built in the middle of a valley surrounded by mountain peaks, next to the border with Galicia. To get there, you will have to descend about 200m on foot, but the unmatched magic of the place will compensate you for your effort.It housed a monastic community since the 9th century, a time when it joined the Cistercian Order in the 13th century, without it being known for certain whether the Mother House was Santa MarÃa de Bouro or the Monastery of Santa MarÃa de Oseira. , located in Galicia, whose coat of arms is seen on the access portal to the monastic quarters. What remains of the monastic complex is located next to a stream.The church has a Romanesque structure, although the chancel already presents some aspects of Gothic art. The Maltese cross is cut out of the stone of the main façade. A part of the arcade is preserved from the primitive cloister, and the wing attached to the head of the church, which extended along the river bank, constituted the monks' bedroom. In the other wing you can see the kitchen space and a beautiful fireplace. A small, peaceful stream runs next to the Monastery, making it an even more charming place.
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