"Montecassino, Cassino, South Lazio" Cassino by NonnaLou

Cassino Travel Guide: 19 reviews and 65 photos

The Abbey of Montecassino

We have now visited the Abbey of Montecassino on several occasions, yet I still find myself in awe of the history and grandeur of the place.

The ancient Monastery of Montecassino was founded by St Benedict in 529 AD and became renowned through the ages and revered as a place of holiness, culture and art.

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Spectacular Views

View of Cassino from Montecassino © NonnaLou

From here there are splendid views of the town of Cassino below and of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

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Montecassino © NonnaLou

Pros and Cons

In a nutshell:An Awe Inspiring Place, Very Humbling

Last visit to Cassino: May 2009
Intro Updated Sep 1, 2009
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Beautiful Sperlonga Coastline © NonnaLou - Cassino

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The Abbey shuts at lunchtime. We have been caught out before. The opening hours are: 08.30 to 12.30 and 15.30 to... more travel advice

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Written Sep 1, 2009

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deecat Jun 27, 2011 at 8:33 AM Report Abuse

We visited this beautiful place twice while we stayed in Gaeta for 68 days. The whole history of it is amazing. Beautiful introductory photograph.