Go on a relaxing getaway at this stunningly beautiful monastery in North Dakota. You can unwind and take in the beautiful sights of the place itself and its natural scenery of one of the few places like this in the Peace Garden State. Not to mention they hand-make a few special gifts you’ll definitely want to have before you go. Check it out:
The Assumption Abbey is a monastery out in Richardton, North Dakota that was established in 1893.
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The abbey welcomes all visitors who can come and take a tour and check out the visitors center or even spend a few nights on a retreat.
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While you’re there, you can discover just how beautiful this place is.
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Even in the winter the Assumption Abbey looks stunning in every way, with its lovely architecture and grounds.
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The abbey is open to visitors from Monday to Saturday during the hours of 8:00-11:30 AM and 1:00-4:30 PM, and on Sundays from 8:00-11:30 AM and 1:00-3:00 PM.
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One of the things this place is also known for is its special, handmade gifts they have available to all visitors and online. Their fruitcake is very popular around the holidays, and plenty of other things such as wine and handcrafted pottery is available.
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One of their most popular items is their soap. These are very pretty and smell great - and you can only get them from here.
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The Assumption Abbey is located at 418 3rd Avenue West, Richardton, North Dakota 58652. For more information, an online store, and everything else you might want to know, click here to visit their website. Overnight stays and retreats must be arranged in advance, so keep that in mind.
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