Santa Maria Goretti, Minor basilica and shrine in Nettuno, Italy.
Santa Maria Goretti is a Renaissance Revival basilica located in Nettuno on the Italian coast. Its interior houses numerous artworks, religious symbols, and an ornately decorated reliquary chapel containing the remains of the saint.
The saint was killed in 1902 and canonized in 1950, leading to her veneration at this site. Following her canonization, the sanctuary became an important pilgrimage destination for believers honoring her testimony of steadfastness and faith.
The shrine honors Maria Goretti through regular masses and processions that draw believers from around the world. Visitors experience here the deep faith in her intercession and the devotion of those who seek her protection.
You can reach the sanctuary from Rome by taking a train for about an hour to Nettuno, then continuing on foot or by taxi. Plan for adequate travel time, especially if coming from other parts of Italy.
A section of the original farmhouse where the saint died was converted into a chapel, preserving the actual location of her death. This spatial connection to a real event makes the sanctuary particularly meaningful for many visitors.
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