Santo Cristo de la Grita: An icon of faith that embraces thousands of men and women in Venezuela

In the city of La Grita, Táchira state, they celebrate every August 6 the pilgrimage of Santa Cristo de la Grita, named a National Heritage Site on September 5, 2010 by the Supreme Commander of the Revolution, Hugo Chávez.

Its origin dates back to 1610, when the city of La Grita suffered a tragedy due to an earthquake, the Franciscan friars who lived in that town had to move to a field called Tadea, including a sculptor named Fray Francisco, who was terrified of the earthquake, offered to heaven, according to tradition, to make an image of the crucifix, to worship him in a special way and to dedicate a new city to them.

In La Grita they celebrate with prayers and pilgrimages for the Saint in the Basilica, which consists of a monumental square where cultural and social events take place, it has a beautiful dome, the revolutionary leader was responsible for making a statue in honor of the saint, he is considered one of the tallest and most unique figures in the world. The city is considered the sanctuary of Venezuela.

Mazo News Team