Basilica · Bolivia

Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana

Copacabana, La Paz Department, Bolivia

BasilicaLake TiticacaMarian ShrineNational ShrineCatholic South America: Saints, Mary & Miracles collectionCatholic Marian sanctuary and minor basilica

Why pilgrims come

A sacred place worth the journey.

Bolivia’s historic Marian sanctuary on Lake Titicaca, home of the venerated image of Our Lady of Copacabana.

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The pilgrim’s guide

What makes this visit meaningful

Receive Bolivia’s Marian devotion within the high-altitude sacred landscape of Lake Titicaca.

The venerated image

Encounter the Marian devotion that took root in the Andes.

A sanctuary in the Titicaca landscape

Understand geography as part of the pilgrimage.

Feasts, anniversaries & celebrations

August 5Feast of Our Lady of CopacabanaVerify the current sanctuary programme and local pilgrimage conditions.

Plan the pilgrimage

One to two hours; longer for liturgy, prayer, or a guided visit

Opening hours

Confirm basilica worship, museum, blessing, and feast schedules locally.

Getting there

Use the official destination or local Church guidance for the final approach; conditions and transport can change.

Accessibility

Historic religious and archaeological settings can include steps, uneven surfaces, slopes, or restricted areas. Confirm current access with the official custodian before travel.

Before you go

Allow time to acclimatize to altitude. Vehicle blessings and local devotional practices belong to a living community, not a staged attraction. Check current roadblocks before attempting the La Paz–Titicaca corridor.

Official visitor information ↗Schedules and access can change. Confirm on the official site shortly before your visit.

Mass & worship

Check before you travel

Mass times have not yet been independently verified for this destination. Always confirm with the church or shrine before traveling.

Sources & confidence

1 catalog source

Holy See Press Office ↗Last verified 8/31/2026