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Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Our Lady of the Angels Monastery

3222 County Rd 548
Hanceville, AL 35077
(256) 352-6267

Description:

Home of the Poor Clare nuns of the Perpetual Adoration, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Our Lady of the Angels Monastery is modeled after 13th century Spanish and Italian monasteries. The monastery features an ornate interior adorned with stained glass windows from Germany, marble pillars and inlaid marble designs from Italy, and carved stonework decorations from artisans in Spain. Located five miles east of Hanceville, the shrine is isolated on what was once farmland almost completely surrounded by a river.

Hours of Operation:

Open Mon. - Sat., 6:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Sun. 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Admission Details:

Free.

Contact Information:

Phone: (256) 352-6267

Website: http://www.olamshrine.com

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This attraction is tagged as:

architecture, gift shop, religious

Reviews: (1)

Posted 12:20 PM, Jun 30, 2009

5

This shrine is something to see for all. I would like to know more about the nuns there. It's almost a sad story the life they lead but the grounds are something to see.

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