Madonna dello Schiavo, Religious oratory in Carloforte, Italy.
Madonna dello Schiavo is a small chapel in Carloforte featuring white walls and traditional Sardinian architectural details. It sits on Via XX Settembre and contains religious artwork from earlier centuries.
In 1798, Tunisian forces raided Carloforte and captured around 900 people, who remained imprisoned until 1803. Their release came when the House of Savoy paid a ransom that allowed them to return home.
The oratory houses a wooden image of the Madonna discovered near Tunis, which became a symbol of hope for the community. This figure continues to represent the resilience and shared history of the people of Carloforte.
The chapel is typically accessible in the mornings and requires no entry fee. For visits outside regular opening hours, it is best to arrange ahead by phone.
Inside the chapel rest the remains of an unknown person from Tunis, alongside a memorial plaque bearing the names of 117 people who died during captivity. This quiet remembrance speaks to the personal stories connected to this tragedy.
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