Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima (Santuário de Fátima)
Shrine and pilgrimage complex where the Virgin Mary appeared to 3 children, with a basilica & chape
About Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima (Santuário de Fátima)
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima is one of the most significant pilgrimage sites for Catholics worldwide. The sanctuary is renowned for its connection to the 1917 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children—Lúcia dos Santos, and her cousins Francisco and Jacinta Marto. The children reported seeing the Virgin Mary six times, starting on May 13, 1917, in a small rural area, where she urged them to pray the Rosary, do penance, and seek peace in the world. Today, the Sanctuary of Fátima is a major centre for Catholic devotion, attracting millions of pilgrims every year, especially on May 13th and October 13th, marking the anniversaries of the first and last apparitions. The heart of the sanctuary is the Chapel of the Apparitions, where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to the children. The chapel is located on the spot where the apparitions took place and houses a statue of Our Lady of Fátima, which is revered by pilgrims. The Via Sacra (Way of the Cross) is a path lined with chapels and sculptures depicting the stations of the cross, allowing pilgrims to walk and meditate on the passion of Christ. The sanctuary also features expansive open spaces for reflection, prayer, and processions. The vast square in front of the basilica is often filled with thousands of pilgrims, particularly during religious celebrations.
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