Sacro Monte di Viggiano, Regional sanctuary at 1725m on Mount Viggiano, Italy
The sanctuary contains a wooden statue of the Black Madonna sitting on a throne with baby Jesus on her knees covered in pure gold.
The sanctuary dates back to the 14th century when shepherds discovered the sacred statue after seeing mysterious lights on the mountain peak.
The Madonna statue travels twice a year between the mountain sanctuary and the town church, during celebrations in May and September.
The mountain sanctuary remains open from May to September daily from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, while the town basilica operates year-round.
Behind the main altar lies the original cavity where the Madonna statue was found, which still houses it from May to September.
Location: Viggiano
GPS coordinates: 40.38024,15.85855
Latest update: May 13, 2025 11:41
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