Virxe do Cristal (Virgin of Crystal)

Marian Advocation of Vilanova dos Infantes (Celanova) (Galicia)

The devotion to the Virxe do Cristal is widespread in Vilanova dos Infantes, in the municipality of Celanova (Ourense). It is a well-established local tradition; however, the sources consulted do not provide a sufficient documentary basis for their historical origin, so it is appropriate to distinguish the tradition from the documented.

Main data

Origin and history

The devotion to the Virxe do Cristal is widespread in Vilanova dos Infantes, in the municipality of Celanova (Ourense). It is a well-established local tradition; however, the sources consulted do not provide a sufficient documentary basis for their historical origin, so it is appropriate to distinguish the tradition from the documented.

The image and the sanctuary

The image receives veneration in the sanctuary or hermitage of the Virgin of Crystalin Vilanova dos Infantes. It is known for the small glass image that is the object of great local veneration. Other details about the image and the temple are not recorded in the sources consulted.

Sponsorship and coronation

The specific patronage and the possible canonical coronation are not mentioned in the sources consulted.

Party and devotion

The date of the main feast is not recorded in the sources consulted, although devotion is much loved in the region.

Link to the Rosary

The sources consulted do not mention a confraternity or practice of the Rosary uniquely linked to this devotion.