Pilgrims Arrive at Luján Shrine

Thousands of argentines arrived at the shrine of the virgin of lujan after a 60-kilometre pilgrimage from buenos aires.

“we came with my wife to ask for something, and the virgin granted our wish, so here i am”

Pilgrimage Details

the 52nd youth pilgrimage set off on saturday morning with two million expected participants.

Pope's Argentine Itinerary

pope leo xiv will visit buenos aires, cordoba and claypole on november 8-11 before traveling to peru.

Historical Significance

the virgin of lujan devotion dates back to 1630 with a legend of oxen refusing to move.

Pilgrims' Expectations

pilgrims hope pope leo xiv's visit remedies the absence of pope francis in 2025.

“in a way remedies, in inverted commas, the fact that pope francis did not come”

Pilgrimage Impact

pilgrims report emotional connections and historical significance of the virgin's presence.

“it's something spectacular, and historically important too”