Basilica- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Marian Advocation of Mongomo (Diocese of Mongomo)
Recognized by the Church

It is the basic cathedral of the Diocese of Mongomo, dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, in Mongomo, Equatorial Guinea. The Immaculate Conception is the national patron of the country, and this temple is expressly cited as a cathedral basilica dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, Mother of the Incarnate Word and Patron of Equatorial Guinea. It is considered one of the largest Catholic temples in sub-Saharan Africa.

Main data

Origin and history

It is the basic cathedral of the Diocese of Mongomo, dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, in Mongomo, Equatorial Guinea. The Immaculate Conception is the national patron of the country, and this temple is expressly cited as a cathedral basilica dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, Mother of the Incarnate Word and Patron of Equatorial Guinea. It is considered one of the largest Catholic temples in sub-Saharan Africa.

The image and the sanctuary

Es vista por muchos fieles como «casa de la Patrona» del país, y funciona de facto como santuario nacional de la Inmaculada. No constan relatos de milagros formalmente reconocidos en las fuentes accesibles.

Sponsorship and coronation

The Immaculate Conception is the patron of Equatorial Guinea. The devotion to the Immaculate was already consolidated in Spanish colonial times.

Party and devotion

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is celebrated on December 8. Around that date, great national celebrations take place, in which the people recognize the Virgin as a sign of protection over the nation.

Link to the Rosary

The Rosary is Marian prayer par excellence to approach the Immaculate, free from all sin from its conception. Contemplating his mysteries, the faithful learns from Mary to fully welcome the will of God. The country's Patron accompanies her children every time they pray the Rosary.