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Royal Basilica of Atocha

Royal Basilica of Atocha

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Royal Basilica of Atocha

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Location: Madrid, Spain

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JavierCR 🇪🇸

November 29, 2021

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The image of Our Lady of Atocha is the oldest in Madrid. The legend dates the devotion to apostolic times, attributing its accomplishment to Nicodemus and its polychromy to Saint Luke, being transferred by the disciples of Saint Peter from Antioch to Spain.

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JavierCR 🇪🇸

October 24, 2025

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The Royal Basilica of Our Lady of Atocha is a historic site in the city of Madrid that has hosted a multitude of rites and ceremonies, most of them linked to the Crown. The Virgin of Atocha is considered the patron saint of Spanish royalty, who made her their protector. Baptisms and royal marriages are celebrated in the Basilica, in addition to the current King and Queen of Spain visiting on their wedding day.

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