difunta correa (argentina) - 7 photos

Photos of Difunta Correa shrines found along roads in Argentina.

The Difunta Correa is a semi-pagan mythical figure in folk-religion, for which a number of people in Argentina and Chile, especially among the popular classes, feel a great devotion.

The cultus to the Difunta Correa is that of an unofficial popular saint, not recognised by the Catholic Church.

The votive offerings found on Difunta Correa shrines are often mechanical parts from cars such as spark plugs, radiators, clutches, presumably to protect road travelers from having mechanical problems.

For more information about the Difunta Correa, read: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Difunta_Correa