In this black and white image, shadows and contrast artfully guide the viewer down the corridor of the courtyard. The photograph...

Courtyard Corridor

Senanque Abbey, France

In this black and white image, shadows and contrast artfully guide the viewer down the corridor of the courtyard. The photograph captures the allure of Senanque Abbey, a Cistercian monastery located in Provence, France. Founded in the 12th century, the abbey boasts a rich history of monastic life and is renowned for its striking lavender fields that bloom during the summer, creating an enchanting backdrop to this timeless place of spiritual contemplation. Photo © copyright by Rich Voninski.