Shrine of Our Lady of Bonaria, Minor basilica and Marian shrine in Cagliari, Italy
The religious complex includes a neoclassical basilica, a Gothic-Catalan sanctuary, and a monastery operated by the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy.
Construction of the basilica began in 1704 under architect Antonio Felice De Vincenti, facing multiple interruptions before its completion in 1960.
The shrine holds special significance as the origin of Buenos Aires' name, with both cities sharing devotion to Our Lady of Fair Winds.
The sanctuary houses a museum displaying archaeological artifacts, naval models, and sacred objects that illustrate the site's maritime connections.
A wooden statue, discovered after a shipwreck in 1370, resides in the sanctuary alongside an ivory boat that sailors consult for wind direction.
Location: Cagliari
Inception: 1324
Architectural style: neoclassicism
Website: https://bonaria.eu
GPS coordinates: 39.20852,9.12526
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:34
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