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The Fourteen Chapels of the Sacro Monte di Varese

 

Why not take a journey through time and the spirit, and discover the hidden wonders of the Sacro Monte di Varese? This site, one of the “Sacri Monti” [Sacred Mountains] on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is steeped in history, worship, and art, and offers a spiritual and artistic route visiting the fourteen chapels that reproduce the Mysteries of the Rosary.

 

Each one is an architectural and religious masterpiece and together, they create a unique journey. They embody religious faith and were built over the centuries to show episodes from the life of Jesus Christ. They are also an extraordinary expression of art, created by great artists and architects. 
This itinerary will show you more of the history of these chapels, exploring their deep spiritual importance and looking in greater detail at the stunning artworks they contain. What makes it unique is its ability to transport visitors into a world suspended between heaven and earth, between the sacred and the profane. Visiting these fourteen chapels allows you to experience the ancient traditions of pilgrimage and contemplation, immersed in the mystical atmosphere of the Sacro Monte.
Get ready for an extraordinary experience that will take you on a journey through the history of the chapels on the Sacro Monte di Varese.
 

 

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