Candelaria's significance stems from its religious connections.
Most importantly - especially for the tourists who flock here by the coach load - it's the home of the Basilica and the Black Madonna. The shady streets and squares exude a quiet dignity and are brimming with historical artefacts and architecture.
In particular, the renowned Italian sculptor Antonio Canova's El Triunfo de la Candelaria (Triumph of the Virgin of Candelaria) creates much interest in its central location overseeing the town's main plaza.
