I completely agree with you: this beautiful monument deserves a better entourement. I hope it is just a question of time, because I have been there a few months ago and they where yet restauration work. I could'n even photograph the front side of the church, it was covered yet. So, let's hope for those trees. If necessary, we call the 1000 monks :) Another thing: have you seen closely the stone work in the tumbs of Pedro e Inês? I am going to make an album with one or two photos of it, right now.

said quartominguante 2006.01.05 at 08:27:33 PST

I have a dear friend Francesco who retired to his birthplace of Alcobaca. Nov of 2004 myself and two other close friends visited Francesco in Alcobaca. Your photos capture the beauty of the region what you can't show is the beatuy its people. The hospitality of the people mathces the beauty of the area. I would go back at the drop of a hat and would recomend to everybody not to miss this special spot in Europe

said TS08052 2005.11.24 at 10:12:43 PST

Nice pictures

said italystefano16 2005.10.24 at 17:06:23 PDT

Dear Antti, I must say "ditto" to everything below that has been said. How gracious of you to share all of this with us. I seldom download all the photos from an album but with this , I couldn't resist.Whether or not you're Catholic, you have captured the Holy and Divine in these photos. My favorite is the high altar at Easter time with the brilliance of the red carpeting in contrast to the walls and Crucifix behind. Thanks, again. Ron, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, USA

said rdgiii 2005.10.24 at 15:04:07 PDT

Hello Antti, What a wonderful album you have taken here, it is so beautiful, full of wonderful photos. I see that (xxvxx) has been into your site, the one below this G/B. It is Isabella, she is such a wonderful person, you would love her site as much as I do your's and her's. Please go in to her site and give her my regards. Best wishes. Ray and Eileen.

said viking153 2005.10.18 at 11:07:54 PDT

What a Most Excellent and Beautiful Album! Such a Gift you have & a eye for bringing out to the fullest every bit of detail yet keeping your shots also heavenly & with a soft touch of the Holy in them! Just So Very Very Beautiful, Thank You, & God Bless, Isabella, [I got your site from {Viking153site. Ray & Eileen are on my favourites list as I love His Site so dearly..} I will be back to download many more on my next break. Awesome Work. Ciao.

said xxvxx 2004.09.04 at 08:28:26 PDT

Hi Antti!A really great album!I love your additions!Nice collection of interesting and wonderful photos!Absolutely beautiful pics!I am so really enjoying too visit your awesome album and your nice composition of photos!Thanks for sharing your awesome album!Ciao Antti!Best wishes!God Bless!Have a nice day!Friendly regards and Big Hug!:-))Caterina

said ambra2000 2004.04.27 at 20:34:47 PDT

Hi Antti, your photo's are so beautiful, they seem to tell a story. A wonderful album, and a great pleasure to look at. Regards, Ray(UK)

said viking153 2004.04.27 at 10:23:01 PDT

This is a most wonderful and detailed album of this beautiful church and monastary. I feel all the beauty nearly as much as if I were behind the camera with you. Thank you for this most delightful experience viewing your beautiful portrait ... Ray, California

said mccoyray 2004.02.08 at 15:35:06 PST

Your album made me feel as if I were walking and talking with you. Wonderful "feel" to the photos.. thanks so much for sharing. Barb from Ohio, USA

said barbbarcikkeith 2004.02.08 at 06:18:29 PST

Many years ago I visited Alcobaca, and I found the monastery and the church the most wonderful gothic buildings in all of Europe (and I have seen a few); your pictures wonderfully bring back these memories. Thanks! Sante Brun, The Netherlands

said sante1 2004.01.02 at 04:10:55 PST

Thank you so much for stopping by and viewing my albums again. This is a great collection, as always! Happy Holiday's!

said blazeofglory02 2003.12.20 at 08:00:10 PST

Antti, I am truly honored to be the first to sign your guestbook...this album is supurb...the monastery is just beautiful...as are your pictures !! Your shots are incredible, you have made me feel like I was standing next to you...thank you for sharing the beauty of Portugal with us all...Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours...Darlene

said briansbabe 2003.12.19 at 22:11:02 PST