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This grand Catholic shrine is known for being the National Shrine of Mexico. The history of the original basilica is a bit unclear, but experts assume it was built between 1531 and 1709. The basilica that currently stands in its place was built in the 1970s. Several million people visit this sacred site each year, and thousands flock to the basilica on the 12th of December, Our Lady of Guadalupe’s Feast Day. The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe’s unique circular floor plan allows visitors to see the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe no matter where they are in the building. Ten chapels hide beneath the basilica's circular surface.

Villa de Guadalupe, Mexico City, Mexico

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