パルコナツィオナーレチレント、ヴァッロディディアノエアルブルニの絶景の山頂・トップ20

A brief explanation of the patronage of 'MARY OF THE SNOW', which visitors don't encounter very often: This takes us far back in church history to the fourth/fifth century, and geographically to Rome. On August 5, 363, the so-called "miracle of the snow" occurred at the site where the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore now stands. That is to say, on that day, in the middle of summer, snow lay there in the morning because the Virgin Mary wished to have a church dedicated to her built on that spot. She conveyed this wish in a vision to a wealthy couple – who subsequently initiated and financed the construction – and to the Bishop of Rome, who at that time was Pope Liberius. The Roman church holds the rank of a patriarchal basilica (papal basilica) and is the origin of all churches and chapels with this patronage. In the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church, August 5th, the feast day of the church's consecration (in the year 432 by Pope Sixtus III), is an optional memorial. Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome was the focus of international attention last year because Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday 2025, had chosen this church as his final resting place.

Please note: Starting in 2025, license plate registration will be automatically recorded on the access road. Anyone entering the area by car should pay via MooneyGo. Be sure to observe the signs.

Near the large rocky spur of Figliolo it is necessary to climb to reach the summit, where the statue of the Madonna marks the highest point. From here you can enjoy a spectacular 360 degree view. WARNINGS for those who want to reach the summit of Figliolo (see photo!) For the more adventurous you can climb to the top of Figliolo, to do so go around the wall towards SE climbing on a gravelly trail up to a crack between the rocks. You will find a huge boulder stuck between the walls, you have to go beyond it and you have to climb in this crack between the rocks (you need a bit of agility and caution especially when going down). You climb up reaching the summit ridge, paying attention to a slightly exposed section and avoiding the side where more friable rock is visible (yellow color). From the Madonna on the summit you can read Monte Figliolo 1337 m. The view is phenomenal and worth the little "climb" but, it is NOT for everyone, you need good mountaineering experience and you must not suffer from vertigo.

Here is the information about the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Monte Sacro: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santuario_della_Madonna_del_Monte_Sacro_di_Novi_Velia https://www. Escursionismo.it/escursioni/sul-monte-gelbison-la-terrazza-del-cilento/ https://www.ilcilentano.it/sacro-monte-gelbison-tra-natura-e-culto-mariano/

Images from the summit of Mount Panormo (1742 meters) Good mountaineering experience required.

On the summit of Monte Gelbison at 1705 m asl is the sanctuary of the Madonna del Monte Sacro, a destination for pilgrimages and devotions. From here you can enjoy a spectacular panorama, and the path to get there is almost entirely in the shade in the woods, therefore suitable even on the hottest days.

The summit of Monte Stella reaches 1131 meters in height, houses a sanctuary dedicated to the Madonna della Stella and also large antennas and a radar sphere. From here you can enjoy a panoramic view of the whole Cilento area and the sea.

Cima Il Figliolo is a rocky outcrop in the municipality of Petina. At more than 1300 meters above sea level, it offers a splendid view of Monte Panormo, the highest peak of the Alburni Mountains, and of the Tanagro valley.