Mexico City is home to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a major pilgrimage site linked to many quinceañera celebrations.
The basilica stands at the foot of Tepeyac Hill in the northern part of Mexico City. It is associated with devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, whose image is traditionally connected with the apparitions reported to Juan Diego in 1531. The site is one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage destinations in the Americas.
Some families bring quinceañera celebrations to the basilica for a religious ceremony or thanksgiving. This does not mean that every Mexican quinceañera takes place there; most are held in local parishes or other venues. The connection is especially meaningful for families with a strong devotion to Guadalupe.
The basilica should not be confused with the city of Guadalajara, whose name resembles Guadalupe. Guadalajara is a separate major city in western Mexico, while the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe is in Mexico City.