#290 – The Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime, Sicily, Italy
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#290 The Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime

📍 The Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime, Sicily, Italy

About this Stone

This striking modern sanctuary was built to commemorate a miraculous event that captured worldwide attention in 1953, when a small plaster image of the Virgin Mary was said to have shed tears. Constructed between 1966 and 1994, the basilica features a bold, conical design that rises 102 meters into the sky. Its distinctive shape, resembling a teardrop, symbolizes the weeping Madonna and serves as a beacon of faith for pilgrims visiting the area. Inside, the sanctuary houses the revered image and a museum displaying relics related to the miracle. As a spiritual and architectural landmark, this place stands as a testament to faith, devotion, and contemporary religious artistry.

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🗺️ Location

37.074412, 15.28464   Open in Google Maps ↗

Stone Details

  • Stone Number #290
  • Type 🐧 Standard
  • Status Active
  • City Sicily
  • Country 🇮🇹 Italy
  • Hidden Date 7 March 2025
  • Hidden by @junhothepenguin
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