Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
The national shrine of Our Lady of Peñafrancia and spiritual heart of one of the Philippines’ great Marian pilgrimages, culminating in September’s fluvial procession.
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The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
Peñafrancia is a major Marian pilgrimage of Bicol and the wider Philippines. Center the visit on Mary’s invitation toward Christ, and treat the September Traslación and fluvial procession as worship before festival.
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Ina of Bicol
Join the local Church’s filial devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia.
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The fluvial procession
Understand the river procession as the culmination of a novena and citywide pilgrimage.
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A national Marian home
Make time for Mass and prayer in the basilica beyond the festival crowds.