Melk Abbey
Historic site in Austria / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Melk Abbey (German: Stift Melk) is a Benedictine abbey above the town of Melk, Lower Austria, on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube river, adjoining the Wachau valley.[1] The abbey contains the tomb of Saint Coloman of Stockerau and the remains of several members of the House of Babenberg, Austria's first ruling dynasty.[2]
Quick Facts Location, Coordinates ...
Melk Abbey | |
---|---|
Native name German: Stift Melk | |
Location | Austria |
Coordinates | 48°13′41″N 15°20′02″E |
Area | Europe |
Architect | Jakob Prandtauer |
Architectural style(s) | Baroque |
Close