shot-button
E-paper E-paper
Home > Lifestyle News > Culture News > Article > Snow falls during August in Italy

Snow falls during August in Italy!

Updated on: 08 August,2016 01:55 PM IST  | 
mid-day online correspondent |

People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week

Snow falls during August in Italy!

People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week

People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week.


People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week
Pics/AFP


A curious legend is linked to the magnificent Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.


People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week

In 358 A.D. Madonna appeared in a dream to Pope Liberius asking him to build a church dedicated to her.

People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week

People enjoyed with snowfall soap foam as they participated during the historical re-enactment " The miracle of summer snow " in front of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, in central Rome last week

The same morning a snowfall whitened the very place where now stands the Basilica: it was on August 5.

Many revellers were photographed clicking selfies and enjoying the 'snow'.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK