Madonna delle Lacrime, Siracusa
Basilica santuario Madonna delle Lacrime
church in
Syracuse
#13 in Syracuse
/
#942 in Italy
Madonna delle Lacrime, located in Syracuse, Italy, is a striking contemporary basilica known for its unique architectural design and significant religious importance. This sanctuary was built to commemorate the miraculous event in 1953 when a plaster image of the Madonna reportedly shed tears. The modern structure, completed in 1994, features a soaring conical shape with 22 radial ribs that symbolize the rays of divine light. Inside the basilica, the atmosphere is serene and solemn, providing a place for prayer and reflection.
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