The Grotto

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Coordinates: 45°33′12″N 122°34′32″W / 45.553314, -122.575675 The National Sanctuary of our Sorrowful Mother, popularly known as The Grotto, is a Catholic sanctuary on Sandy Boulevard at Northeast 85th Avenue, Portland, Oregon, United States, set both at the foot of and on top of a cliff. A large meditation hall whose main chamber is at clifftop level extends down to the foot of the cliff; the cross on the hall is visible many miles away. In addition to a church, there are several thousand feet of trails, including a trail of the Stations of the Cross, along which the faithful may pass in contemplation.

[edit] Events

There are various events at The Grotto throughout the year, as well as meetings and seminars.

[edit] Christmas Festival of Lights

Every December The Grotto puts up a huge light display along its trails. Besides the light displays, there are nightly concerts, caroling, and other family oriented entertainments.

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