136th Anniversary of the Laying of the Foundation Stone
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Basilica Minore dell'Addolorata
The Minor Basilica of the Addolorata in Castelpetroso celebrates the 136th anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone with a rich program of religious events. From September 19 to 25, the Settenaria takes place, with the recitation of the Coroncina in honor of the Virgin Mary and Holy Mass every afternoon, hosting different parishes from the region each time. On September 26, there will be Solemn Vespers, Holy Mass with the offering of the oil from the Community of Baranello, a torchlight procession to the site of the Apparitions, and a Mass presided over by the Metropolitan Archbishop. On September 27, the final day, several Eucharistic celebrations follow, including the Solemn Pontifical presided over by the Cardinal Archpriest of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, and the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration presided over by the Apostolic Nuncio. This year the feast takes on additional meaning: the sanctuary is officially aggregated to the papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
From 06:30 to 16:00 on September 27, 2026: - No access on Via Santuario uphill (from the intersection with Via Montalcini towards the Basilica), excluding residents and customers of accommodation/food service activities. - One-way traffic on Via Montalcini and Via Santuario. - No bus transit on Via delle Apparizioni until 14:00. - No parking or circulation in the fair area marked by barriers. - Reserved parking for pilgrim buses and disabled people.
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