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Photo Story: Fatima’s 13 May annual pilgrimage

epa07566854 The figure of Our Lady of Fatima is carried in a procession during the 13 May annual pilgrimage to Fatima Sanctuary in Ourem, Portugal, 13 May 2019. The 13th May annual pilgrimage marks the first apparition of Our Lady of Fatima on 13 May 1917. EPA-EFE/PAULO NOVAIS

The figure of Our Lady of Fatima is carried in a procession during the 13 May annual pilgrimage to Fatima Sanctuary in Ourem, Portugal.

Pilgrims travel to Fatima year round but the 13th of May is of special significance. The 13th May annual pilgrimage marks the first apparition of Our Lady of Fatima on 13 May 1917 to the three shepherd children at the Cova da Iria.

Fatima sanctuary 13 May annual pilgrimage

Photos: EPA-EFE/PAULO NOVAIS

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