The Legend of Difunta Correa
The Argentine tale of faith and miracle
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Across the dusty roads of Argentina, travellers still stop at small roadside shrines filled with water bottles, photographs, and personal offerings. All of these gestures point to one of the most beloved figures in South American folklore: Difunta Correa.
Considered a form of “folk saint,” her story emerged in the 19th century and has become part of Argentina’s cultural identity. She is invoked by truck drivers, wanderers, and families who see her as a protector of those on the road and a symbol of hope.
Her main sanctuary is in Vallecito, but throughout the country you’ll find countless wayside chapels and altars dedicated to her, signs that her memory endures through popular devotion.
👉 In this episode of Atlas of Legends, we explore the story of Difunta Correa and why her presence remains so powerful in Argentine tradition.
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