Monastery of Our Lady - Great Attractions (Magdeburg, Germany)

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Take a tour of Monastery of Our Lady in Magdeburg, Germany – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.

In the city known for its Romanesque architecture, lies a lovely monastery.

The Monastery of Our Lady, due its ornate and elaborate architecture, is also called the 'Pearl' of Romanesque Road.

This grand structure had it's origin in the 11th century, the result of the wish and efforts of the archbishops of that time.

The building has a special significance as it is widely reputed to be the oldest surviving building of the city.

The Art Museum of the monastery is acclaimed for its fascinating collection of artworks and sculptures.

Art pieces of many world famous European contemporary artists have been featured in the Art Museum.