Our Lady of Health of Patzcuaro
Our Lady of Health of Patzcuaro is Patron Saint of the Archbishopric of Morelia and the magical town of Pátzcuaro , year round pilgrimages take place, but the most significant date is December 8. Our Lady of Health of Patzcuaro December 8 is the big party. It starts early in the morning with “las Mañanitas a la Virgen” (Happy Birthday), and several masses throughout the day, including one in Purepecha (indigenous language). Basilic of Our Lady of Health in Pátzcuaro A very emotional event is the procession of our Lady of Health of Patzcuaro in the main streets of our magical village and the Plaza Vasco de Quiroga . This is the only of two “outings” of the Virgin in the course of the year. During this pilgrimage, a mat of sawdust is placed in the Iturbe Street , which our guests at Hotel Mansión Iturbe can observe from our very own balconies. This procession is filled with fervor and an atmosphere of joy among the participants. ...