Church of Santa Maria Maggiore
The Church of Santa Maria Maggiore was built as a church belonging to the Monforte Castle of Campobasso. Inside there is the statue of the Madonna dei Monti, venerated by the citizens as the protector of the city, together with the patron Saint Giorgio. The Infiorata is dedicated to her every year, on May 31st, is made a carpet with flower petals that covers the streets on which her statue is carried in procession. The church is decorated with frescoes by local artist Amedeo Trivisonno, depicting the life of Mary and the Mysteries of the Rosary.
Viale delle Rimembranze, 45 Campobasso - Italy/Campobasso/Molise
Tourist experience: Participation to Infiorata event that is dedicated to Madonna dei Monti and live the experience with the locals.
Spoken languages: Italian
Experience duration: all day long
Booking: No booking required
20-40 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: The building is accessible by a ramp
Cultural material heritage: Church, Monastery, sanctuary
Cultural immaterial heritage: Religious cult, Local traditions or legend
Natural heritage: Hills, Flora, SIC Area (site of community interest)
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Hidden intangible patrimony: Local customs
Experiences: Showing around, Religious itinerary
Form filler: Nella Rescigno