abbey of st gall
states: [switzerland]
category: cultural
year: 1983
location: Canton of St Gall, Town of St Gall
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 47.4233300000, 9.3777800000
last visited: 2022
unesco id: 268
world heritage site: 268
The Abbey of St Gall, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Switzerland, is a historic Benedictine monastery founded in the 8th century, renowned for its exceptionally preserved medieval architecture and cultural significance. Its Baroque cathedral and library, housing one of the world’s oldest collections of manuscripts, highlight its role as a center of learning and spirituality. The site exemplifies Carolingian-era design and remains a testament to centuries of European religious and intellectual history.
