Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Socorro, Minor basilica in Retiro, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Socorro is a church in Retiro with neoclassical design featuring two towers and four Corinthian columns. Inside, three naves extend toward the main altar, flanked by decorated side chapels that add rhythm to the interior space.
The church was built in 1855 following the demolition of an earlier temple that stood on the site. Pope Leo XIII granted it minor basilica status in 1898, officially recognizing its importance.
The name reflects the devotion to the patron saint whose image appears in the ornate main altar. Religious symbols and decorative details throughout the interior reveal the spiritual practices of those who worship here.
The basilica is located at Juncal 876 and welcomes visitors to its interior. The building also operates a night shelter for unhoused people, reflecting its role in community service beyond worship.
The church houses a statue of the Lord of Miracles that was originally purchased from a street vendor. This image received a solemn coronation ceremony at the Metropolitan Cathedral in 1903, elevating its devotional status.
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