Sanctuary of San Giovanni Rotondo (Shrine of Padre Pio)
The Sanctuary of San Giovanni Rotondo is a major pilgrimage site dedicated to St. Padre Pio. It is a place of prayer, healing, and spiritual renewal.
The Sanctuary of San Giovanni Rotondo is closely connected to the life and ministry of St. Padre Pio, who spent much of his life here in prayer and service. Pilgrims visit the church where he received the stigmata and pray before his incorrupt body. The sanctuary offers a profound atmosphere of devotion, inviting visitors to reflect on sacrifice, confession, and trust in God’s mercy. It continues to draw pilgrims from around the world seeking spiritual comfort and renewal.