Madonna of the Port
A 1934 statue of the Virgin Mary atop a 60-meter column at Messina port entrance. Built on 16th-century fort. Inaugurated by Pope Pius XI via radio. The column bears the Virgin's blessing message from 42 AD
Practical Information
Prices verified: Jan 20, 2026Entrance Fee
FreeFort open to public by reservation only, max 20 visitors at a time. Statue viewable from harbor anytime
Best Time to Visit
Best viewed from arriving ferry or cruise ship. The statue greets all ships entering the harbor with the inscription 'I bless you and your city'
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Verified: Jan 20, 2026Saturday10:00 — 13:00
Sunday10:00 — 13:00
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According to tradition, in 42 AD the people of Messina met the Virgin Mary and received a letter of blessing. The Latin inscription on the column base reads 'I bless you and your city'
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