Here can be seen the famous icon of Santissimi Salvatore Acheiropoieton ("not made by human hands") which on certain occasions used to be carried through Rome in procession. In the Holy Year 2000 the pope ordered it brought to the Vatican for a celebration. Now Ukrainian and Russian pilgrims often pray here. Sadly, an entrance fee is now charged to enter this holy place.
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Entrance fee?! Very sad. I'll pray that this goes away.
ReplyDeleteI will be in Rome later this month. How much do they charge to see this place?
ReplyDeleteHideous cross and candlestick set.
ReplyDeleteNon est in toto sanctior orbe locus.
ReplyDeletewhy did they cover the painting with jewels? so you cant see the detail of what was painted....
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