Marian devotion
The Immaculate Conception of Torrejoncillo
Marian Advocation of Torrejoncillo (Extremadura)
Recognized by the Church
The Immaculate Conception is the patron of Torrejoncillo (Cáceres), famous for La Enquesá, one of the most impressive Marian parties in Spain (declared of National Tourist Interest).
Main data
Origin and history
The Immaculate Conception is the patron of Torrejoncillo (Cáceres), famous for La Enquesá, one of the most impressive Marian parties in Spain (declared of National Tourist Interest).
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in the parish church. On the night of 7 to 8 December, a rider bears the banner of the Immaculate followed by hundreds of riders covered in white sheets, among bonfires.
Sponsorship and coronation
Torrejoncillo's patron. No canonical coronation.
Party and devotion
His feast is the Immaculate Conception (8 December); on the eve is celebrated La Enquesá. Devotion to his patron is a sign of the identity of the people.
Link to the Rosary
The Immaculate, conceived without sin, is seen in the Rosary as the whole pure creature; in Torrejoncillo, hundreds of horsemen acclaim it under the stars as their Queen.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for Spain and for the peace of the world.
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