Posted by: cardfan15
Barcelona: Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet - 12/08/05 02:38 PM
I am thinking about visiting this place at the end of this month. Can anyone tell me if it is worth it? How far is it outside of Barcelona? I don't think it is a touristy spot, but if any has in info it is greatly appreciated.
Posted by: angeles1
Re: Barcelona: Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet - 12/10/05 05:01 AM
The towns of Santes Creus and Poblet both situated west of Barcelona have two of the 3 Monasteries that form the “Cistercian triangle”. The trip is about 1 hour from Barcelona.
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Posted by: Jordi
Re: Barcelona: Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet - 12/25/05 10:29 AM
I think it is definitely worth a visit. A fine piece of Cistercensian architecture with a lot of spiritual radiation.
Poblet is not as crowded as Montserrat, but it has his fare share of tour busses all the same.
Posted by: Booklady
Re: Barcelona: Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet - 12/25/05 12:57 PM
The monastery has 15 single rooms, but only men are welcome for spiritual retreats.