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Benedictine Monastery Holy Trinity of Las Condes

A modern church and monastery from the 1960s, designed by architect monks, offering a unique blend of architecture and natural scenery.

The monastery is situated to provide a gradual reveal of the Andes mountains as visitors approach via the main driveway. The church features a suspended cube design, incorporating both sharp angles and curved elements.

The architects, known for their creative use of light, incorporated various openings to create dynamic interior lighting, best experienced in the early morning or late afternoon. The setting sun on the Andes in the afternoon enhances the mountain views.

The monastery houses 16 resident monks, who occasionally perform evening chants.

The site is accessible by public transport from the city center, with a journey time of about one hour. While the church is open to the public, access to the monastery itself may be restricted.

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