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Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil
On October 12, three dates are celebrated, but few remember them all: Our Lady of Aparecida, Brazil's official patron saint, Children's Day and the Discovery of America. The national holiday, however, is due only to the first date, and although the devotion to the Saint dates back to the eighteenth century, it was only enacted in 1980.
There are two sources found on the image, which are in the Archives of the Metropolitan Curia of Aparecida and the Roman Archive of the Society of Jesus in Rome. According to these sources, in 1717, three fishermen were fishing. Or rather, trying to fish, because every time they cast their nets, it would come back empty. In a last attempt they brought the image of a saint, without the head. Playing the net once more, a little below where the saint had been fished, they fished the head which was missing in the image and the net, hitherto empty, came back full of fishes. It was attributed to a miracle of the Virgin found. That same afternoon an altar and the whole neighborhood gathered to pray a rosary.
That was considered the first miracle of the Saint. They cleaned up the image caught in the river and noticed that it was a dark color image of Our Lady. Over the next 15 years, the image stayed with the family of Filipe Pedroso, one of the fishermen, and became the subject of the prayers of the entire community. The devotion grew as the fame of the miracles performed spread. The family built a chapel, which was soon found small to house the devotees who would come in increasing numbers.
The construction of the current basilica began in 1946, signed by the project Engineer Benedito Calixto de Jesus. The inauguration took place in 1967 on the occasion of the commemoration of 250 Anniversary meeting of the miraculous image, even with the unfinished temple. Pope Paul VI offered the saint a golden rose, symbol of love and trust for the many blessings and graces granted by it. Since 1950 it has been thought in the construction of a new Marian shrine due to the increasing number of pilgrimages. The majestic temple was consecrated by the Pope, after more than twenty-five years of construction, on July 4, 1980, the first visit of Pope John Paul II to Brazil.
The commemorative day of Our Lady of Aparecida (anniversary) was set as Oct. 12. At the date, the Basilica records the presence of a countless multitude of devotees, although they mark notable presence throughout the year. The image found is still revered. It is terracotta made and measures 40 cm. The original color was certainly affected by the time the image was dipped in the river water as well as the smoke of candles and lamps that for so many years were the symbols of the holy devotion of the devotees.
In 1978, the image was attacked and, as a result, it was reduced to nearly 200 pieces. It was further rebuilt by art restorer Maria Helena Chartuni of the Art Museum of São Paulo. Experts say it was molded from clay of the region, by the Benedictine monk Frei Agostinho de Jesus, although this is difficult to prove authorship. It is possible to virtually visit the sanctuary on santuarionacional.com.br where you can also light a virtual candle.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida is located in Aparecida do Norte in the State of São Paulo, 167 km away from the capital.
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| Festival of Curitiba (festival) -
The Festival of Curitiba has actually established itself as a great showcase for artists and theatre companies from around Brazil and even abroad. The event brings together people from all different types of artistic backgrounds, including theatre, dance, circus acts, stand-up comedy, improv, physical theatre, and even artists practising the art of cooking and food preparation!
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| Tingüi Park (park) - Tingüi Park is one of the main parks in Curitiba and is located in the northern part of the city, in the neighbourhood of St. John. The park is part of a broader project that provides for the establishment of parks across the river Barigüi and it is a continuation of Barigüi Park. For visitors, there is a cycleway and a jogging track along the river, with areas for sports and barbecues.
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| Serra Verde Express (activity) -
The Serra Verde Express is a train to the coastal town of Morretes. It makes for an excellent day trip and is the main reason to visit Curitiba. The views from the train are unforgettable.
The ride departs daily at 8:15am, descends through some of last remaining Atlantic rainforest and offers some spectacular views (not to mention it is one of the few train rides in Brazil). On Sundays the train continues to Paranagu&a... Address: Serra Verde Express, Curitiba, PR, Brazil Distance: 0.00km from the Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil | |
| Capão da Imbuia Woods (museum) - This is actually a park, with a few varying attractions within the park. There is the Natural History Museum, the Capão da Imbuia Woods, the Capão da Imbuia Wood tree, and Path of the Araucaria.
The Natural History Museum highlights many of the fauna found within Brazil. It includes many more animals, and even local vegetables.
The Capão da Imbuia Woods is the actual park itself, and holds Capão da Imbuia ... Address: Prof. Nivaldo Braga Street, 1225, Curitiba, PR, Brazil Distance: 0.00km from the Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil |
Restaurants near to Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil
| Amici is a Italian restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil and can be found at R. XV de Novembro, 3003 With charm and finesse the Amici serves Italian cuisine since 1999. Who serves the dishes to the table is his own chef, while awaiting guests can enjoy the appetizers and salads. One of the tips of the mushroom house is stuffed with cheese, accompanied by tortelli, ementhal and nuts. |
| Bar do Pudim is a Appetizers restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil and can be found at Praça do Redentor, 322 There are countless snacks served since 1968 with the same tradition and quality, among the highlights of the Bar of the pudding is the cookie of cod and crab, the chicken pie and the patty mixed with shrimp and palm. In the menu of drinks, the stars are the taps of lemon and passion fruit. |
| Bar Mignon is a Hot-dog restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil and can be found at Rua XV de Novembro, 42 Opened in 1925, the Bar Mignon is traditional point of good sandwiches and snacks in Curitiba. One house specialty is the hot dog, offered with one or two sausages or with sausage. The sandwiches, like ham that takes temperinho shredded and chopped, are successful in the home of more than 80 years. |
| Barraca Portuguesa Delícias de Portugal - Itinerante is a International restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Feast of Our Lady of Aparecida - Patron Saint of Brazil and can be found at Itinerante, s/n The flagship of the Tent of Portugal Portuguese Delights are the traditional codfish. The tent stands in a traditional fair in the city each weekday. The recipe of the famous cookies come from great-grandparents of the owners, directly from Portugal. Besides enjoying the cookies on the site, customers can take the mass already filled to p |
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