(taken from wikipedia, for expediency’s sake)

In the days leading to August 2nd, the Basilica is the object of extensive pilgrimage and visitation by over a million believers (estimates range from 1 to 2.5 million people), many of whom walk from different points throughout the country. However, most people join the 22-kilometer walk to the basilica from San José and surrounding communities. Locally the pilgrimage is known as the Romería and is one of the most enduring of costarican traditions . As a demonstration of their piety, many people choose to crawl part or the complete journey on their hands and knees. Continue reading The Cartago Pilgrimage →