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Ossiach monastery is considered to be the oldest abbey of Carinthia. The Baroque buildings now are the seat of the prestigious Carinthiske Musikakademie musical school. In 1279, the small abbey went under the rule of Salzburg. It survived the reformation, but was sacked by Turkish troops repeatedly. It was refurbished in Baroque style.

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Ossiach monastery is considered to be the oldest abbey of Carinthia. The Baroque buildings now are the seat of the prestigious Carinthiske Musikakademie musical school. In 1279, the small abbey went under the rule of Salzburg. It survived the reformation, but was sacked by Turkish troops repeatedly. It was refurbished in Baroque style.