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Founding of the monastery of Carrizo

Carrizo, Astorga, León

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Founding of the monastery of Carrizo

Historical milestone · Carrizo, Astorga, León

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Countess Estefanía Ramírez, widow of Ponce de Minerva, gave the Cistercians the places of Carrizo and Grulleros and other estates for her husband's soul. She led the first community without taking vows until her death in 1183.

10 de septiembre de 1176

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