Marian devotion
Most Holy Virgin of Vega de Moraleja
Marian Invocation of Moraleja (Extremadura)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of La Vega is the patron saint of Moraleja (Cáceres), in the Sierra de Gata region. She is venerated in her hermitage of La Vega, on the outskirts of the town.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of La Vega is the patron saint of Moraleja (Cáceres), in the Sierra de Gata region. She is venerated in her hermitage of La Vega, on the outskirts of the town.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in the hermitage of the Blessed Virgin of La Vega; the image is taken to the town for its festivities.
Sponsorship and coronation
Patron saint and honorary mayor of Moraleja. No canonical coronation is recorded.
Party and devotion
Their festivities honor the Virgin of La Vega, a figure deeply rooted in the town's traditions. Devotion to their patron saint is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link to the Rosary
The Virgin of La Vega watches over the fields and people of Moraleja; praying the Rosary to her is entrusting to her the work, the harvest and the family.
A flower for the Virgin
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