Marian devotion
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Plains, Illinois
One of the most visited shrines in the Middle West.
Place: Plains, Illinois
Type: Sanctuary
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines, Illinois, was founded in 1999 by the Mexican community. It's one of the most visited shrines in the Middle West.
History of the sanctuary
The sanctuary was built to serve the growing Mexican community of Chicago. The image of the Virgin of Guadalupe was brought from Mexico.
Every December 12, more than 100,000 faithful celebrate the feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe with masses, processions and dances.
The Sanctuary of Guadalupe in Des Plaines receives more than 100,000 faithful every December 12.
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