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It was originally a Jesuit church, the foundation stone
of which was laid in 1613. It is a remarkable instance of
late Gothic style, revealing various components and ornaments
inspired by Renaissance style. At the end of the 18th century
it adopted the picture of the Lady Comforter of the Afflicted,
who had the power to work miracles, and who was the patron
saint of the city and the country. 50 years later it was
consecrated St. Mary's Church and in 1870 Pope Pius IX dedicated
the cathedral to the Blessed Virgin. Between 1935-38 it
was enlarged.
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