In Montserrat you can find the Sanctuary of our Lady and the Benedictine monastery. This monastery has served pilgrims and visitors for close to 1,000 years. The monastery is home to 80 monks that follow the 6th century Benedictine Rule. There, life is a dedication to prayer and the daily receiving of pilgrims. The present day monastery is a place of prayer, dialogue, teachings and a place to gather with other pilgrims. Marian shrines and places of pilgrimage are found throughout the world with Monserrat being one of them.
Only the basilica is open to the public. This where 'La Moreneta' is located above the high altar.