Italian Basilica of St. Benedict Reopens 9 Years After It Was Destroyed by Earthquake

The outside of the reconstructed Basilica of St. Benedict in Norcia, Italy, is lit up with lights in celebration of its reopening on Oct. 30, 2025.

An adjoining monastery of Benedictine monks, who were the caretakers of the basilica at the time, was also destroyed in the October 2016 earthquake.

Catholic Daily - Catholic news and inspiration. Brought to you by Queen of Peace Productions.