Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria

Carmelite Sanctuary hosting a Miraculous Image of Mary & Bernini's "Ectasy of St. Teresa of Avila"

Established first as a chapel dedicated to San Paolo by the Discalced Carmelites, it owes its title to the victory of the Catholic army against the Bohemians in the battle of the White Mountain, near Prague, 8 November 1620.

At a critical moment in the battle, Father Domenico di Gesù and Maria, army chaplain, intervened in the fight. Hanging from his neck, he had an image representing Mary in adoration of the Child. Rays of light were seen coming out of the portrait that dazzled their opponents, forcing them to flee.

The Fountain of Moses can also be visited outside the church. 

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