Hermitage of San Venanzio, Italian heritage hermitage in Raiano, Italy
The Hermitage of San Venanzio stands on a rocky outcrop above the Aterno River gorges, featuring a church with multiple altars and a cave system.
The hermitage dates back to the 12th century, with papal documents from Adrian IV, Lucius III, and Clement III mentioning a Saint Venantius temple.
Inside the underground chapel, visitors can observe a 16th-century terracotta scene depicting the Virgin Mary and women mourning around the crucified Christ.
The church opens during weekends in warm months, and visitors can access information about the site through the Gole di San Venanzio nature reserve website.
The cave contains stone formations where people practice lithotherapy by rubbing their backs against rocks to alleviate physical conditions.
Location: Raiano
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.11099,13.79597
Latest update: March 27, 2025 19:39
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