Pilgrimage to Italy 2025 – Assisi, San Giovanni Rotondo and Rome

Assisi – a key religious site, known as the birthplace of St. Francis, founder of the Franciscan Order. The Basilica of St. Francis, with its famous frescoes, attracts pilgrims from around the world. St. Clare, a follower of St. Francis, also founded the Poor Clares order here, making the town a center of Christian spirituality focused on peace, humility, and devotion.

San Giovanni Rotondo – a small town in southern Italy, famous for being the home of St. Padre Pio, a beloved Catholic priest known for his spiritual gifts, including stigmata. The town attracts thousands of pilgrims to the Sanctuary of Padre Pio, where his tomb is located, along with the modern church built in his honor. Padre Pio’s legacy of prayer, healing, and miracles has made San Giovanni Rotondo a major pilgrimage destination.

Rome – the capital of Italy, is a city steeped in history, culture, and religion. Known as the “Eternal City,” it was the heart of the Roman Empire and is home to iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Pantheon. As the center of the Catholic Church, Rome also houses Vatican City, the seat of the Pope, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Its rich blend of ancient ruins, Renaissance art, and vibrant street life makes it a timeless destination for travelers and pilgrims alike.

PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY

EXPLORE THE MOST SIGNIFICANT TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN EUROPE:VENICE:BASILICA OF SAINT MARK, DOGE’S PALACE- MURANO ISLAND-PADUA:BASILICA OF ST.ANTHONY, PIAZZA DELLE ERBE, PRATO DELLE VALLE- FLORENCE: BASILICA OF SANTA CROCE, CATEDRAL OF SANTA MARIA DEL FIORE, GIOTTO’S BELL TOWER-ASSISI: BASILICA OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI, BASILICA OF SAINT CLARE, PORZINCOLA, CAPPELLA DEL TRANSITO- LANCIANO: SANCTUARY OF THE EUCHARISTIC MIRACLE- LORETO:BASILICA DELLA SANTA CASA- MONOPPELLO-SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO: SANCTUARY OF PADRE PIO- POMPEII-SORRENTO- CAPRI-ROME:COLOSEUM, PANTHEON, ROMAN FORUM, TREVI FOUNTAIN, SPANISH STEPS, PAPAL BASILICA OF SAINT PAUL OUTSIDE THE WALLS, PAPAL BASILICA OF SAINT JOHN LATERAN, HOLY STAIRS- VATICAN: GENERAL AUDIENCE WITH THE POPE, PAPAL BASILICA OF ST.PETER, VATICAN MUSEUMS.

Embark on a profound pilgrimage through Spain and Portugal along the Camino de Santiago, a sacred route rich in history and cultural significance. Pilgrims traverse diverse landscapes, ancient towns, and picturesque countryside, forging a transformative path of self-discovery and spiritual enrichment.

ITALY

EXPLORE THE MOST SIGNIFICANT TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN EUROPE:  LORETO:BASILICA DELLA SANTA CASA- MONOPPELLO-SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO: SANCTUARY OF PADRE PIO-ROME:COLOSEUM, PANTHEON, ROMAN FORUM, TREVI FOUNTAIN, SPANISH STEPS, PAPAL BASILICA OF SAINT PAUL OUTSIDE THE WALLS, PAPAL BASILICA OF SAINT JOHN LATERAN, HOLY STAIRS- VATICAN: GENERAL AUDIENCE WITH THE POPE, PAPAL BASILICA OF ST.PETER, VATICAN MUSEUMS-MONTE CASINO- NAPLES-MONTE ST.ANGELO- SAN GIOVANI ROTONDO-MONOPELLO-ANCONA- CROATIA:SPLIT-TROGIR-DUBROVNIK- BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA: MEDJUGORIE