Marian devotion
Mary Most Holy of the Immaculate Conception of Puente Genil
Advocación mariana de Puente Genil (Andalucía)
✔ Recognized by the Church
The Immaculate Conception has been the patron saint of Puente Genil (Cordoba) since 1650. The city considers her its Perpetual Mayoress and commemorates her canonical coronation and proclamation as patron saint every May.
Main data
Origin and history
The Immaculate Conception has been the patron saint of Puente Genil (Cordoba) since 1650. The city considers her its Perpetual Mayoress and commemorates her canonical coronation and proclamation as patron saint every May.
The image and the sanctuary
She is venerated in Puente Genil, where the kissing of her hand and the presentation of children to the Virgin are much-loved moments.
Patronage and coronation
Patron saint of Puente Genil since 1650. Canonically crowned image.
Celebration and devotion
Their festivals and the solemn May service honor the Immaculate Conception. Devotion to this saint is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link with the Rosary
The Immaculate One is the creature full of grace from the first instant; the first joyful mystery of the Rosary celebrates that yes of Mary that changed the history of the world.
🌹 A flower for the Virgin
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