Did you know that Belleville, IL is home to the largest outdoor shrine in North America? The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 200-acre expanse of unique architecture, landscaping and devotional areas is open year round to people of all faiths and denominations. On the Shrine grounds, you'll The Shrine Guest House and Visitors Center. Your guests can even stay in The Shrine Guest House, which features 39 rooms. Relax in an atmosphere designed to help you and your guests deepen your relationships with God and one another. Visit the Shrine's landscaped gardens, devotional areas, Outdoor Amphitheatre, Lourdes Grotto, Stations of the Cross, the Millennium Spire and more on your next ILLINOISouth adventure. And, don't miss The Shrine's annual Way of Lights during the holiday season and Healing Novena in July/August.