Basilica of Our Lady of the Snow

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Basilica of Our Lady of the Snow, Minor basilica in Ponticelli, Naples, Italy

The Basilica of Our Lady of the Snow is a religious shrine with baroque architecture located in a residential area east of Naples. Its interior displays elaborate ornamentation and architectural details characteristic of the baroque style.

The site emerged as a religious shrine with baroque elements that developed over centuries of devotion and construction. Its status as a basilica was formally recognized in 1988, marking its importance within the ecclesiastical structure of the archdiocese.

The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary through a distinctive snow miracle tradition that shapes how locals relate to this place. Visitors can observe how this devotion influences the way people gather and pray here throughout the year.

The basilica is located in Ponticelli, a neighborhood on the eastern side of Naples that is accessible by public transportation. Visitors should be mindful that this is an active religious site where respect for services and prayers is expected.

The shrine is dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the name 'Snow,' an allusion to a legendary miracle said to have occurred in Rome. This naming choice connects local religious traditions with a larger Catholic history.

Location: Naples

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

GPS coordinates: 40.85465,14.33189

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:08

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