Church Tours
As a professional Cantor, I have the privilege of visiting a lot of churches for work. However, I also love to travel for fun! While on vacation, I am always sure to stop in and see beautiful church buildings. The art and architecture of Christian churches are truly magnificent. This blog is dedicated to sharing travel tips and suggestions for other Christians who love to tour churches.
A Cantor's Journey to Il Santo: Discovering the Basilica of St. Anthony in Padua, Italy
While Padua is not often the first city on the list for many Catholic pilgrims, I highly recommend a visit to this beautiful little city. I also recommend attending one of the daily Masses at the Basilica of St. Anthony. Every Mass there is uplifting and full of joy, probably because of the loving personalities of the priests who serve there. The Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua is recognized as a National Shrine by the Vatican. Construction for the massive church began in 1232, about one year after St. Anthony’s death, and it was completed in 1301.