Redipuglia and the Military Tabernacle: A Thrilling Journey through the First World War
Guys, today I’m going to take you to a place you can’t miss if you love history. We’re in Friuli Venezia Giulia, near Gorizia, in front of one of the most monuments impressive and touching in Italy: the Military Tabernacle of Redipuglia.
Here rest the remains of more than 100,000 Italian soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War. That’s right: 100,000 lives cut short by the conflict. And when you stand in front of this immense stone staircase, with its 22 monumental steps, it’s impossible not to feel a chill.
Whether you want to touch history with your own hands, reflect on the impact of war or simply feel the thrill of the past, Redipuglia is a must-see destination.
Redipuglia: Italy’s Largest War Memorial
Redipuglia is not just a military cemetery. It’s the largest in Italy and one of the most
imposing in Europe. But how did it come to be?
- A bit of history:
- Previously, the soldiers of the Third Italian Armada were buried in Colle Sant’Elia, a simple military cemetery.
- In the 1930s, the Fascist regime wanted to build a grandiose monument to commemorate
the sacrifice of the Italian fighters.
The result? A gigantic memorial, with the names of the soldiers engraved in stone and, at the top, the tomb of the Duke of Aosta, commander of the Third Fleet.
- 100,187 soldiers rest here, of whom 60,000 are unknown. Each of them has a story that has unfortunately been forgotten.
Have you ever wondered what really happened here? A visit to Redipuglia will change your view of history.
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What to see in Redipuglia besides the tabernacle?
If you come here, don’t limit yourself to the tabernacle! There are other incredible places to explore, where you can better understand the hell experienced by soldiers in the First World War.
⛰1. Colle Sant’Elia: The First War Cemetery
- The original place where soldiers were buried.
Today, it’s a memorial park, full of crosses, plaques and historical objects from the war.
- Walking around here is like stepping back in time and feeling the weight of history.
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2. Museum of the Great War in Redipuglia
- For those who love history, this museum is a real time machine.
You’ll see weapons, uniforms, soldiers’ letters and original documents from the First World War.
A unique opportunity to understand what life was like on the battlefield.
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Mount Sei Busi: The Trenches of War
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- One of the most strategic and bloody points of the war.
- Even today, you can see the original trenches used by the soldiers.
- If you want to feel what it meant to fight in that war, this is the place.
- Stop and think: just over a century ago, thousands of young men died here, fighting in bloody battles. Now we have the chance to honor their memory and learn from the past.
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Practical Information: How to Visit Redipuglia?
- Where is it located?
- Via Terza Armata, 34070 Fogliano Redipuglia (GO), Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Opening hours?
✅Open every day, with free admission!
✅The Great War Museum is open on weekdays and public holidays (check the updated opening hours before you go).
- How to get there
- By car: Take the Autostrada A4, exit Redipuglia-Monfalcone Ovest.
- By train: Get off at Redipuglia Railway Station, and in a few minutes you’ll be at the memorial.
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Why do you need to visit Redipuglia?
Redipuglia is not just a war memorial. It’s a living reminder of our history. A place that moves you, makes you reflect and changes you.
- Reasons to go:
✔ To see up close what the First World War was all about.
✔ To pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives.
✔ To remember how valuable peace is.
- If you want to understand the true impact of the war, Redipuglia needs to be on your travel itinerary.
- Have you ever visited this place? Would you like to visit it? Leave a comment!
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