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Visitors pay respects at Virgen de Guadalupe celebration in DTLA

Visitors pay respects at Virgen de Guadalupe celebration
Visitors pay respects at Virgen de Guadalupe celebration 02:01

Visitors began arriving early Monday to honor the Virgen de Guadalupe celebration at the Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church on Main Street in downtown Los Angeles.

Thousands are expected to attend Monday.

The event lasts until 7 p.m. Monday. Food and street vendors are expected to be at the location.

Several masses will be held throughout the day.

The Virgen de Guadalupe is the patron saint of Mexico. Many families have a tradition of dropping off flowers at the church.

Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church is located at 535 N Main St.

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