Marian devotion
Our Lady of the Snow of Arches of the Border
Arcos de la Frontera Patrona
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of the Snow is the patron of Arcos de la Frontera (Cadiz). The legend tells that his image was found in a little bit after the return of the city to Christians by King Alfonso X the Wise; it is believed that the Christians hid it there in his retreat and that Providence kept it many years until his finding.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of the Snow is the patron of Arcos de la Frontera (Cadiz). The legend tells that his image was found in a little bit after the return of the city to Christians by King Alfonso X the Wise; it is believed that the Christians hid it there in his retreat and that Providence kept it many years until his finding.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in Arcos de la Frontera. There is no available detailed art sheet of the image.
Sponsorship and coronation
Co-patron of Arcos de la Frontera, along with the Virgin of the Rosary, by agreement of the Municipal Cabildo of 24 February 1737.
Party and devotion
Its holiday is held on August 5, with a great evening and popular fervor. Devotion to his patron is a sign of the identity of the people.
Link to the Rosary
Like the snow that falls silent and covers it all in white, the Rosary prayed in silence is wrapping the soul in the purity of Mary.
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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