Madonna de Tirano

Tirano, Italy

Catholic shrine of the Madonna di Tirano is a major tourist attraction in Tirano. The shrine is dedicated to the appearance of the Blessed Mother to Mario Degli Omodei on September 29, 1504, an event religious pilgrims credit with ending a pestilence. The church construction begun in 1505 and was consecrated in 1528.

Religious sites in Italy

Address

Piazza Della Basilica 34, Tirano, Italy

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Details

Founded: 1505
Category: Religious sites in Italy

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Palash J Karmaker (6 months ago)
A serene haven in a nice small picturesque town

The Queen (6 months ago)
This was a beautiful very historic church.

Guillermo Musumeci (12 months ago)
The Santuario della Madonna di Tirano is a beautiful church where the Virgin Mary appeared in 1504. It is one of the most beautiful churches I have seen in my life. It is located 10 minutes' walk from the Tirano train station and is worth the time. If you are taking the Berlina Express train and have time, don't miss it.

Yasemin Kaya (14 months ago)
Beautiful church where the Virgin Mary appeared in front of Mario Omodei in 1504. They built the church exactly on that spot. If you enter, go to the left side where there is a dedicated place for wishes and prays. Never saw it before! There are small and local bar/restaurants around and also narrow streets. Really nice!

K Day (2 years ago)
Wish we had more time to explore the church and area. A lovely town.

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