Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Rosario, Argentina Verified listing

Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Rosario, Argentina

The Shrine Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary stands in the historic heart of Rosario, in Santa Fe, Argentina. It functions as both a minor basilica and the cathedral of the Archbishopric of Rosario. Dedicated to the Virgin of the Rosary, it remains a central symbol of faith and identity for the city.

Moreover, the basilica sits at 789 Buenos Aires Street, beside the Palace of the Lions, which houses the municipal government. Across the street, Plaza 25 de Mayo adds to the historic charm of the setting. Between the two buildings, the Juramento Passage forms a beautiful pedestrian link. Originally, the first parish church on this site was built in 1731, beginning Rosario’s long tradition of devotion.

Later, on April 20, 1934, church leaders created the Diocese of Rosario and named this temple its cathedral. Subsequently, on October 7, 1966, it gained the title of Minor Basilica. Inside, the tombs of four archbishops—Silvino Martínez, Guillermo Bolatti, Jorge Manuel López, and Eduardo Vicente Mirás—honor their faithful service and leadership.

Architecturally, the basilica reflects the elegance of late nineteenth-century design. Its Carrara marble main altar, imported from Italy and installed in 1898, captures both artistry and devotion. Through the side staircases, visitors reach the Dressing Room of the Virgin, opened in May 1925. This peaceful chamber holds up to 150 people and offers a quiet place for reflection.

Furthermore, the revered image of the Virgin of the Rosary arrived from Cádiz, Spain, in 1773, deepening local devotion. Finally, the atrium features Creation of the Flag, a 1927 stained-glass window by Francisco Stella, which portrays the first raising of Argentina’s national flag beside the Paraná River.

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