Marian devotion
Our Lady of the Pilar of Zamboanga
Zamboanga City, Philippines - Canon Coronation in 1960
Our Lady of Pilar is patron of the city of Zamboanga, canonically crowned in 1960.
Devotion and location
The city of Zamboanga, located on the western end of Mindanao, is venerating Our Lady of the Pilar as its main patron. The devotion to Pilar has its origin in the Spanish foundation of the city.
Canonical coronation
In 1960, the image of Our Lady of the Pilar was canonically crowned in Zamboanga, consolidating centuries of Marian devotion in this border city of southern Philippines.
Pilar Party
The feast of Our Lady of Pilar in Zamboanga is the most important religious celebration in the city. The maritime procession through Zamboanga Bay is one of the most spectacular events in southern Philippines.
«Nuestra Señora del Pilar, patrona de Zamboanga y madre de los zamboangueños.»
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