Basílica de la Merced, Minor basilica and heritage site in San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina.
The Basilica features a neocolonial architectural design with a main facade created by architect Manuel Luis Graña and religious artworks inside the building.
In 1812, General Manuel Belgrano appointed the Virgin of Mercy as General of the Argentine Army following the Battle of Tucumán victory.
The church maintains regular religious services and ceremonies throughout the year, serving as a central point for Catholic worship in Tucumán.
Located at the intersection of main streets in San Miguel de Tucumán, the basilica opens daily for visitors and holds regular mass services.
The basilica houses a gold-handled staff that General Belgrano offered to the Virgin after the Battle of Tucumán in 1812.
Location: San Miguel de Tucumán
GPS coordinates: -26.83144,-65.20144
Latest update: May 15, 2025 16:02
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