Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2010 - Abbaye de Villelongue (11)

The Abbey of Sainte-Marie de Villelongue, located in the Aude region of France, is an ancient Cistercian monastery founded in the 12th century. It features typical Cistercian architecture, including an abbey church, a cloister, monastic buildings, and other facilities. After experiencing periods of prosperity and decline, particularly during the French Revolution, the abbey was restored in the 20th century and is now open to visitors. It is an important historical site that provides insights into medieval monastic history and Cistercian architecture while offering a peaceful setting for exploration.