National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

The National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., is the largest Catholic church in the United States and one of the most prominent Marian shrines worldwide. It serves as a spiritual and architectural landmark, dedicated to the Virgin Mary under her title of the Immaculate Conception. The shrine complex features impressive domes, mosaics, and chapels representing various Catholic traditions and cultures. It functions as a place of worship, pilgrimage, and national prayer, hosting liturgies, events, and educational programs that emphasize faith, unity, and cultural diversity within the Catholic community.