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Milk Grotto Church
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The Milk Grotto is said to be the place where the Holy Family found their refuge during the Massacre of the Innocents, before they could flee into Egypt.
This holy site with its Franciscan chapel, is believed to be the site where the Holy Family took refuge during the "slaughter of the Innocents". It is believed that while Mary was nursing baby Jesus, a drop of milk fell and touched the floor of the Grotto, coloring its walls in white. According to local traditions, the Grotto has healing powers and many believes in its fertility blessing.
This holy site with its Franciscan chapel, is believed to be the site where the Holy Family took refuge during the "slaughter of the Innocents". It is believed that while Mary was nursing baby Jesus, a drop of milk fell and touched the floor of the Grotto, coloring its walls in white. According to l…
The place where the Holy Family found refuge during the Massacre of the Innocents, before fleeting to Egypt. The name comes from the story of a "drop of milk" of the Virgin Mary fell on the floor, then the cave changed its colour to white. The place is visited by people in hope of healing infertility. It's a place where prayers are miraculously answered.