Madonna della Rocca Sanctuary
Small 17th-century church built into a grotto on Monte Tauro. Offers magnificent views of Taormina and the sea. Starting point for the hike to Saracen Castle.
Small 17th-century church built into a grotto on Monte Tauro. Offers magnificent views of Taormina and the sea. Starting point for the hike to Saracen Castle.
Mass every 3rd Sunday at 9:30. Terrace views free 24/7
Late afternoon for spectacular sunset views. The Via Crucis walk up is particularly atmospheric in golden hour light.
faq.subtitle Madonna della Rocca Sanctuary
Around 1640, a young shepherd took shelter in the grotto during a storm. The Virgin Mary appeared to him with baby Jesus. The church was built on the site of this apparition.
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