Luján hosts 1st Ibero-American Forum of Marian Cities

Luján hosted the 1st Ibero-American Forum of Marian Cities, bringing together political leaders and Church authorities from 16 countries to discuss religious tourism and social inclusion. The event concluded with a call to strengthen networks between shrines and local governments to better manage the millions of pilgrims who visit these sites annually.

The forum was organized by the Municipio de Luján, CAF, and CELAM. Participants addressed challenges such as pastoral accompaniment and the integration of long-term public policies with spiritual needs to support the development of cities hosting religious tourism.

The meeting served as an official activity preceding the visit of Pope Leo XIV to Argentina. The Pope is scheduled to celebrate Mass at the Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Luján on November 11.