Soon in the 9th century the region became a religious centre with famous churches and monasteries.

Schools were also found in association with monasteries.

In total there are more than 30 peaks, which were once dotted with temples and monasteries.

By the mid-16th century the church had been reorganised, with monasteries and churches now under Lutheran authority.

All names are connected with monasteries that existed in history at this location.

And there was a great deal of Christianity in those lands now, with churches, monasteries and the like.

Even for those who are familiar with monasteries throughout the islands, this one is a revelation.

It is also a ski resort, with several historical monuments and monasteries.

For more than two years, she moved Jewish children to live with Christian families and monasteries.

He's fascinated with monasteries and maybe that's where he belongs.