Step into the rich history and devotion of the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompeii. Nestled near Mount Vesuvius, this site draws millions each year for prayer, reflection, and healing. Learn about Blessed Bartolo Longo’s journey from darkness to sainthood, and how his legacy lives on through this beautiful sanctuary.
To mark the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the image of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompeii on 13th November 2024, Pope Francis has encouraged Catholics to contemplate the life of Christ “through the gaze of Mary” during the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope.
Approximately 3 million pilgrims travel to the Shrine of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Holy Rosary each year to venerate the image of Our Lady of Pompeii, which depicts the Mother of God and the Child Jesus giving rosaries to St. Dominic and St. Catherine of Siena... click here for complete report