Pilgrims in front of the Šiluva Basilica. Photo by Silvija Knezekytė, courtesy "Šiluvos Žinia Išeivijoje".

Pilgrims gathered at the shrine. Photo courtesy Šiluva website

The Chapel of the Appearance. Photo courtesy Šiluva website

Pope John Paul II praying at the Chapel of the Appearance. Photo courtesy Šiluva website

The main altar in the Basilica. Photo courtesy Šiluva website

The Archbishop of Kaunas (centre) leading the procession of pilgrims. Photo courtesy Šiluva website