Festivals of Saint Francis of Assisi
Real de Catorce, San Luis PotosíMagical Town
A major religious gathering where thousands of pilgrims visit the sanctuary of Saint Francis of Assisi in the ghost town of Real de Catorce.
Important Note
Advertir sobre alta afluencia, saturación vial y necesidad de turismo responsable.
Important:Dates and programs can change. Verify on the official town site before traveling.
Hotels
ToursHistory and Origin
This veneration has roots in the mining era of Real de Catorce. The image of St. Francis of Assisi arrived in the town in the late 18th century, and since then, thousands of pilgrims walk for days to thank the 'Miraculous Charrito' for favors and miracles.
WHAT YOU WILL FIND
About Real de Catorce
A former silver-mining town in the San Luis Potosí highlands, reached through the Ogarrio Tunnel: cobbled streets, mine ruins, Willys jeep rides and Wirikuta.
Real de Catorce is a Magical Town in San Luis Potosí since 2001. The nearest airport is San Luis Potosí (SLP), about 160 km in a straight line.
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