The Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria or simply La Candelaria Church, as it is more popularly known, is a Roman Catholic temple dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the title of Virgin of Candelaria. It is located in the center of the city of Medellín, Colombia, on the eastern side of Berrío Park. It is famous for being the oldest church in the city. On December 8, 1970, Pope Paul VI granted it the title of Minor basilica. Renovations occurred during 1997 and in July 31, 1998, by resolution 0795, the building was declared a National Monument of Colombia.