Zapopan city is best known as being the home of the Virgin of Zapopan, an image of the Virgin Mary which dates back to the 16th century. This image has been credited with a number of miracles.The virgin and guardian of the Basilica of Zapopan was made by indigenous hands using the traditional cane paste technique. Ever since the 16th century the local resident believe that the image protects them from lightings and storms.The final point is the Basilica of Zapopan, a most imposing construction built between 1690 and 1730, flanked by the Franciscan convent and built with beautiful regional quarry, home of the virgin Zapopan. Far from being lost in time, this pilgrimage tradition of pilgrimage brings together even more and more people, year after year in this exciting journey.
