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BL. DOMITIAN, DUKE OF CARINTHIA - 5 FEBRUARY

  ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN FEBRUARY Saints celebrated on the 5th of February WELCOME! BLESSED DOMITIAN, DUKE OF CARINTHIA  Blessed Domitian Blessed Domitian (8th century), also known as Domitian of Millstatt or Domitian of Carinthia , is regarded as a promoter of Christianity in Carinthia [Austria]. Relics attributed to him are housed in the Domitian Chapel, which was added to the collegiate church of Millstatt Abbey in 1492. The history of his veneration is documented in a dedicated room at the Abbey Museum in Millstatt. For instance, a 9th-century fragment - believed to be part of his original funerary inscription - can be viewed there. A Romanesque reliquary shrine has also survived. A "Domitian Trail" ( Domitianweg ) has been established within the parish of Millstatt; part of this trail is a 1994 sculpture by Giorgio Igne depicting Blessed Domitian, which was installed in Lake Millstatt. The Domitian Trail spans 16 kilometers, leading from the Domitian statue in Millsta...