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Abbey and Altenmünster of Lorsch

Rank:

UNESCO

Wonder Type: Cultural

Country: Germany

Best of: Architecture, Christianity, Abbey, Carolingian

Description:

The abbey, together with its monumental entrance, the famous 'Torhall', are rare architectural vestiges of the Carolingian era. The sculptures and paintings from this period are still in remarkably good condition. [More Details]

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