About The Abbey of Saint Michael the Archangel (Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo) in Procida, Italy:
The Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo was founded as a Benedictine back to the 11th century. It was destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries. The current building dates back to 1500. The imposing abbey complex testifies the role it had in the past as a religious and cultural center of Procida island. From the architectural point of view, it is a system made up of multiple layers and transformations made over the centuries; the oldest part of the building dates back to the 15th century; however, there are historical records dated from 1026 indicating the existence of a monastery here.
The Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo is one of the most prestigious and richest churches in southern Italy. The church houses a nativity scene made from wood and terracotta…..mainly by pastors of the 18th century Neapolitan School. Another important part of the museum tour is the library, the heart of which contains texts dating back to the 16th century; the oldest book dates back to 1534.
Traveling to Procida, Italy and the Abbey of Saint Michael the Archangel (Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo):
Procida is an island located about 23 miles west of Naples. There is ferry service from Naples Port to Procida, taking about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Address: Terra Murata, 80079 Procida NA
Tel: +39 0818967612
email: info@abbaziasanmicheleprocida.it
Click here for the official website of the Abbey of Saint Michael (Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo) in Procida, Italy.