I showed you the pointed and seemingly folded tower of the Santuario della Madonna delle Lacrime a few weeks ago, and thought it time I told you and showed you a bit more about this amazing building.
Santuario della Madonna delle Lacrime
Siracusa, Sicily, September 2021
The unusual external design of this church is inspired by the shape of a teardrop, and the place is home to the statue of the Virgin Mary that allegedly wept for four days in 1953 and bestowed miraculous cures on many people. To learn more about that event, you can visit the Museum of the Lacrymation on the floor below the sanctuary.
And now it’s time to shed a few tears, not just to keep company with this teardrop church, but also to say goodbye to another great month of squares. It’s a big thank you once again to Becky for hosting this challenge, and here’s looking forward to the next one which is planned for February 2022. Thanks Becky!
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Copyright Debbie Smyth, 31 October 2021
Posted as part of Becky’s PastSquares and its Lines theme
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Travel with Intent 
Beautiful and unusual church. In what is now called Maputo in Mozambique, there was a similar church – Igreja da Polana, which people called “the lemon squeezer” because of its shape.
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It certainly lets you know it’s there, Debbie. Most unusual.
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Never seen a church like this one !
Very exceptional
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That is a very unusual roof Debbie!
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oh what an amazing roof, and love how the rest of the building fits in too. Did you go inside?
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No, I just wandered through the grounds and marvelled at the geometry. I wouldn’t say found it beautiful, but it was appealing for photos. It didn’t give the feeling of being open or wanting visitors.
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ah the magic of photography compared to reality!
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Absolutely – photography is just like words and statistics – not necessarily the truth!
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And happy arrival! I can assure you that the weather here is a very British grey and wet affair.
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ooh perfect simile
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An extraordinary building, Debs! Reminds me of the Sanctuarium in Loule. It’s more planet shaped but also makes a statement. No tears today! Happy Halloween!
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Just what I was thinking!
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🤗💕
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I don’t know Loule but just googled for a picture – I think I prefer that to the teardrop shape. I’ll definitely hunt that out – in fact Loule looks a great town to explore.
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It absolutely is! James was smitten. It’s awesome for both Carnival and Easter 😊💕
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I have made a mental note 🙂
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🤣💕
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