Šaštín-Stráže, sacral monuments and pilgrimage sites

The Basilica of Our Lady of Seven Sorrows in Šaštín is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Slovakia. This monumental Baroque church, dedicated to the Patroness of Slovakia – Our Lady of Seven Sorrows, impresses with its magnificent architecture and rich interior decoration. Every year, thousands of pilgrims come here to venerate the miraculous statue of the Virgin Mary and to find spiritual strength in the peaceful atmosphere of the basilica. The surroundings invite visitors to stroll and relax, making Šaštín a popular destination not only for believers but also for lovers of...

The Basilica of St. Nicholas is one of the oldest and most important sacred monuments in Trnava. Built in the first half of the 14th century as a Gothic church, it still preserves the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Its interior is adorned with precious altars and ribbed vaults, reflecting the artistic spirit of the past. The basilica is also closely connected with the veneration of the Virgin Mary of Trnava – the city’s protector, whose miraculous image attracts pilgrims from all over Slovakia....