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Grosscomburg Monastery, Schwäbisch-Hall, Baden-Württemberg, Germany #301307613
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Grosscomburg Monastery (Kloster GroÃcomburg) -one of Europeâs gems â stands strong and majestic, high above the Kocher valley. It is known for its two precious treasures: its gold-plated antependium and its Romanesque wheel chandelier. Grosscomburg was founded as a Benedictine monastery in 1078 on the site of a castle. In the 12th century it experienced its first golden age, under Abbot Hartwig. The entire complex, complete with fortified curtain wall, forms an exceptionally harmonious ensemble.