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Italy: The Padre, And Cathedrals
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Bert Teunissen
 
By Bert Teunissen
Published on 09/30/2007
 
Bert explores religious art and its ubiquity in this last post from Italy.

The Padre, And Cathedrals: Padre Pio
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A very important figure in the south of Italy is the holy Padre Pio. You will find his image all over the place and in every house there is a picture of him on the wall.

The Padre, And Cathedrals: Sculpture And Light

Being a very Catholic country, the churches and cathedrals are true pieces of art and richness.

Old graves of important priests can be found with the most impressive sizes and decorations.



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