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Basilica of Our Lady of Piekary

Bazylika Najświętszej Maryi Panny i św. Bartłomieja w Piekarach Śląskich · Piekary Marian Sanctuary

Piekary Śląskie, Śląskie, Poland Dedication / Patron Saint: Our Lady of Piekary; Mother of Justice and Social Love

Upper Silesian Marian shrine known for large men’s and women’s pilgrimages.

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About Basilica of Our Lady of Piekary

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Upper Silesian Marian shrine known for large men’s and women’s pilgrimages. Piekary developed into a prominent Marian centre with an especially strong connection to the religious and working-class traditions of Upper Silesia.

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Place TypeBasilica
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintOur Lady of Piekary; Mother of Justice and Social Love
LocationPiekary Śląskie, Śląskie, Poland
CountryPoland

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Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintOur Lady of Piekary; Mother of Justice and Social Love

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Historical Record

Piekary developed into a prominent Marian centre with an especially strong connection to the religious and working-class traditions of Upper Silesia.

Worship & Services

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Marian processions and pilgrimage
Annual men’s and women’s pilgrimages

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October 15, 2026