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One of the most visited sanctuaries, receiving over 1,500 pilgrimages every year.
The Villa of Guadalupe is located at the northern end of Calzada de los Misterios. Inside, you can find the Old Basilica, along with the New Basilica, the Museum of Religious Art, the Church of the Capuchinas, the Old Parish, the Pocito Chapel, and the Hill Chapel.
PLACES TO VISIT IN THE BASILICA
The Chapel of Cerrito or Tepeyac (Chapel)
EIt is the place indicated by San Juan Diego where the first apparition of the Virgin of Guadalupe occurred. The first chapel was built in 1740 and later replaced by the current one.
Capilla del Pocito (Chapel)
Considered the most artistically valuable construction in the area. It was built between 1777 and 1791 in a Baroque style. Its facades are covered in tezontle and blue-colored tiles.
It has four chapels, each consecrated to the apparitions of the Virgin of Guadalupe, supporting the main dome. The wooden pulpit is supported by Juan Diego, resembling an atlas figure.
Basílica de Guadalupe (Old Parish of Guadalupe)
Antigua Parroquia de Guadalupe
It was built on the ermita of the indigenous people. Its main altar coincided with the spot where Juan Diego cut the roses that the Virgin requested. The original adobe walls with tiles can still be seen in the sacristy.
Other preserved elements include the Plateresque altar and the golden frame that held Juan Diego's tilma during the 16th century.
Nueva Basílica de Guadalupe (New Basilica of Guadalupe)
It was constructed between 1974 and 1976 with a circular design so that the image of the Virgin can be seen from any point in the Basilica.
It features an empty crucifix, symbolizing the resurrection of Christ. The choir is located between the altar and the area for attendees, indicating that they are an integral part of the church.
On both sides, the chapels of the Most Holy Sacrament and St. Joseph were placed. Its seven front doors allude to the seven gates that Christ indicated as access to the Heavenly Jerusalem.
Location
Fray Juan de Zumárraga No. 2, Villa Gustavo A. Madero, CDMX.
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