Lower Austria: Lilienfeld Monastery to Undergo Renovation - Funding Approved
According to a press release on Friday, the Lower Austrian state government has decided to provide 150,000 euros in funding for this. The work includes the renovation of the church courtyard facade facing north, the renewal of the historic box windows, and the roofing in this area. In addition, the facade of another building in the abbey environment is being repaired.
Lilienfeld Abbey: Founded in 1202
The Lilienfeld Abbey, founded in 1202 by Duke Leopold VI, is one of the largest Cistercian monastery complexes in Central Europe and an important pilgrimage station along the "Via Sacra" to Mariazell. "With the support of the renovation work, we not only contribute to preserving an outstanding monument for future generations, but also promote regional value creation and strengthen the importance of the Mostviertel as a cultural and tourist region," emphasized State Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner (ÖVP).
(APA/Red)
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