The library of the Melk abbey consists of a total of twelve rooms

The Marble Hall served as a dining hall

The meaning of the Melk Abbey Church can be seen in the inscription on its high altar

The victory in this battle is portrayed on the one hand by the large victory crown on the high altar and the dome frescoes ...

These windows can be closed to block off sound from other rooms

This mirror table reflects the artwork of the ceiling

This room is also used as a festival hall

Tom's Cafe Bistro in Melk village

Tony crossing the bridge and back to our river-boat

Tony signalling that he's made it through the entrance

Town map of Melk

Young Benedict left Rome, repulsed by the immorality of the city

“ABSIT GLORIARI NISI INCRUCE” - Glory is found only in the cross

“ABSIT GLORIARI NISI INCRUCE”, the leitmotif found in the inscription over the Benedict Hall

“NON CORONABITUR NISI LEGITIME CERTAVERIT” - Without a legitimate battle there is no victory