Take a tour of San Antimo in Montalcino, Italy – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
The Abbey at San Antimo reigns over the green and pastoral landscape outside of Montalcino, Italy.
The Romanesque architecture of this abbey becomes blaringly evident upon close examination.
San Antimo’s arches, which evoke tranquility in their simplicity, are typical of this Romanesque style.
Some of the Abbey's structures, such as the tower, and facade remain unfinished.
While the interior does not afford views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside, visitors can hear the monks chanting at certain times during the day.
Traditions older than the Abbey itself are still carried out by the protectors and patrons
of this enchanting edifice.
San Antimo stands relatively unchanged since its primary construction in the 12th and 13th centuries, and is a benchmark of that era.
