It is based on the ancient concepts of Philosophia, Scientia et Vita, which are based on three pillars of research aimed at the knowledge, the recovery, and the enhancement of a rich common heritage, but not exclusive to monastic life, which acts as a link between different cultures now without borders.
Find out moreThe library, which will host thousands of volumes, is intended to support scholars who carry out research especially in the field of monastic studies, ranging from archeology to medicinal herbs. The library also has archival documentation on the former monastery of San Giorgio in Vado.
Find out moreTo commemorate the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri, a path through the gardens of the monastery is being prepared, in collaboration with the University of Udine, through places and symbolic representations mentioned in the Divine Comedy, passing from Hell to Purgatory and up to Paradise.
Find out moreA collection of photos, videos and documents concerning various aspects of monastic life, and the medieval world, which was a period of great evolution of the religious orders. This material represents a cultural and historical evolution that includes the present day.
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Centro Internazionale Studi Monastici
Via Firmano 16 33043 Cividale (UD)
Your help is INDISPENSABLE to expand and implement the CISM's projects and programs. We are working on the library (which will host thousands of books), exhibitions, conferences, courses, educational classes and much more. Please help us in realizing these projects. Any sum is welcome. Thank you! Below you find the bank coordinates accessible from anywhere:
Centro Internazionale di Studi Monastici BANCA DI CIVIDALE S.P.A. POPOLARE CIVIDALE, ITALY
IBAN IT 62 U 05484 63740 CC 02570 01976