Amid cheering crowds in front of the Cathedral of Holy Mary, Pope Leo XIV crowned Chiclayo's beloved image of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.
Veneration of the image dates back to the 16th Century, when Franciscan missionaries first arrived in the valley. During Pope Leo's time as bishop in the city, he often turned to Our Lady of Chiclayo and today was able to thank her in a special way for her help during his episcopal ministry.
