Surely the corridors of this monastery are very special! The beautiful light gives the whole place a serene atmosphere. I can so see the nuns walking in these beautiful corridors, now abandoned and hopefully this convent will be renovated.
This old cloister is part of a convent complex, consisting of a covered corridor surrounding a courtyard and open courtyard. Monastery corridors were traditionally used as a quiet place for contemplation and meditation by monks and nuns. They are known for their architectural beauty, with arches, columns and often intricately decorated details. Such spaces exude an atmosphere of history, mysticism and spirituality.
Truus Nijland is a passionate photographer who has a penchant for abandoned buildings such as castles, monasteries, churches and industrial locations. Together with her husband, she scours town and country for the most beautiful photos. She has regularly exhibited her photos at various locations in the Netherlands.
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