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Christ the King Shrine

Christ the King Shrine

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Christ the King Shrine

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Location: Messina, Sicily, Italy

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Wanderhase🐰

February 4, 2024

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The Sacrario di Cristo Re in Messina is an imposing tomb that was built in 1937 for the remains of those who died in the two world wars. The Baroque architecture was inspired by the Basilica in Superga, designed by Messina architect Filippo Juvarra. The location of the sanctuary offers one of the most beautiful views of the Strait of Messina.

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Dr. WS

November 2, 2020

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Monumental memorial for those who died in the war from 1937 on the site of the former castle complex. From here you have a good view of Messina

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Annette de J.

April 22, 2022

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The Sacrario, in English sanctuary or memorial, has the third largest bell in Italy and was built from the remains of the Castle of Matagrifone, a tower of which was …

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