Over 145.000 individuals join the celebration for Our Lady of Fatima in Cruz Alta (Brazil)

Randa Vieira

On October 15, over 145.000 individuals went to the streets of Cruz Alta, in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, and joined the celebrations for the 96th Anniversary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima. The event happens every year and attracts people from different religions and from all over the country. It is also a great happening for the local economy. During the festivities, hotels are all booked and restaurants have long lines.