42°21′N · 14°24′E

Basilica Cathedral of St. Tommaso Apostolo (Ortona) Chieti - Italy Point_of_interest in Ortona, Abruzzo

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Abbazia di San Giovanni in Venere in Fossacesia occupies the site of an ancient temple dedicated to Venus Conciliatrice (Venus the Peacemaker), from which the abbey derives its name "San Giovanni in V......

The monastery complex consists of several buildings arranged around a central courtyard. The main church dates from the Byzantine period and features remarkable frescoes and iconography.

Visitors can explore the museum which houses ancient manuscripts and religious artifacts. The library contains over thousand rare books and documents.

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Great place to visit, beautiful scenery and very peaceful atmosphere. The staff was helpful and the facilities were well maintained.

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Great place to visit, beautiful scenery and very peaceful atmosphere. The staff was helpful and the facilities were well maintained.

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