Basilica of Guadalupe: Quick Facts

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Old Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe with its gold dome stands beside the modern basilica's broad green roof in Mexico City.

Cupolas with yellow domes of the old Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the foreground, with crowds below and the skyline of Mexico City visible in the distance.

The new Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, a large circular church with a green domed roof, stained glass windows, and a prominent cross above the entrance.

The original tilma of Juan Diego with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe hangs above the high altar at the Guadalupe Basilica, drapery in green, white, and red fabric hangs below.

Interior of the New Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, with suspended lanterns, a glowing golden altar wall, and a large pipe organ.

Our Lady of Guadalupe appearing to Juan Diego

Old Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The Antigua Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico City, featuring a baroque facade with twin towers, a central dome with yellow tiles, and people walking in the plaza.

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