Catholic Sites in Argentina
The nation of Argentina is predominantly Catholic—some 78% identify themselves as such, despite inroads by evangelical sects in the last few decades.
The government has a recent history of clashing with the Church, especially in the so-called “dirty war” of the 1990’s when many opponents of the government simply vanished. This included priests as well as non-religious who opposed the military Junta. Through all this the faith remains strong.
There several major Marian shrines in the country, including the apparitions of Our Lady in San Nicolas.
Among the sites that we recommend are the following:
Itati: Basilica of Our Lady of Itati:
Lujan: Our Lady of Lujan
San Nicolas: Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary
Sources:
1. Laurentin, René. An Appeal from Mary in Argentina: The Apparitions of San Nicolás. Milford, OH: Edited and Published by Faith Pub., 1990. Print.
