Montevergine "The Irpinia Virgin"

The highest percentage of Campanian citizens is catholic; they all believe in the Virgin Mary as their only means able to intercede with God on their behalf.
For this reason the Sanctuary of Montevergine is destination of lots of pilgrims.
Located upon a mountain, it is therefore closer to the kingdom of Jesus…

The Sanctuary of Montevergine.


tour montevergine sanctuaryThe Montevergine, also known as Partenio or Monti di Avella, is a limestone massif in Campania, central Italy, part of the Apennine chain. It is located near Avellino, in the comune of Mercogliano. It has slopes covered by chestnut and beech trees, up to some 1,480 m over the sea level.Under the peak, at some 1,270 m, is the Sanctuary of Montevergine, which attract numerous pilgrims. It was consecreated in 1124 near the ruins of a temple of Cybele. The new basilica, built in 1961, is home to a Byzantine icon of the 13th century.  The abbey palace was designed by Domenico Antonio Vaccaro, and has an octagonal plan.
The Sanctuary is the cathedral of the Territorial Abbey
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