Maria Laach Abbey is a Benedictine monastery located in the Eifel region near Mayen, Germany. Founded in 1093 by Count Palatine Henry II and his wife Adelaide, the abbey is renowned for its impressive Romanesque architecture. The church features six towers, a westwork with a unique double chapel, and intricately designed cloisters. Over the centuries, the abbey has undergone various periods of prosperity and decline, including secularization during the Napoleonic era. Today, it is an active monastic community and a popular destination for visitors interested in history, architecture, and spirituality.
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