Marian devotion
Our Lady of Larantuka
Larantuka, Flores, Indonesia
The most important Marian shrine in Indonesia, dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
In Larantuka, on the island of Flores, is the most important Marian shrine in Indonesia. The image of the Virgin Mary was brought by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
La Semana Santa de Larantuka
Every Holy Week, thousands of pilgrims arrive in Larantuka to venerate the Virgin Mary. The Good Friday procession is the most important in Indonesia.
Tradition tells that the Virgin protected the Catholics of Larantuka during the Dutch persecution. The faithful believe that the Virgin guides and protects them.
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