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Pope Leo XIV to Visit Uruguay, Argentina, Peru Nov. 6–17

By Drooid · Oct 27, 2026, 6:03 PM UTC · How we work

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Pope Leo XIV Travels

Vatican City announced Pope Leo XIV will travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from Nov. 6-17.
Surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung on Oct. 13, diagnosing localized lung adenocarcinoma.
Papal physician Dr. Luigi Carbone said no medical contraindications prevent the planned South America trip.
Argentine officials estimate about seven million people will attend events during the three-day stay in Argentina.

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Peru Pilgrimage Surge

Tourism officials in Peru are promoting pilgrimage routes linked to the pope’s former ministries.
Souvenir shops in Lima’s Gamarra district project a 200% surge in pope-themed T-shirt orders.
Regional governments are refurbishing churches ahead of the November 6-17 South America tour.
Clothing maker Victoria Quiñones warns of fabric shortages as pope merchandise demand spikes.
Pew Research reports Peru’s Catholic adult share fell from 76% to 67% by 2024.

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Pope Leo XIV Travels

Vatican City announced Pope Leo XIV will travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from Nov. 6-17.
Surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung on Oct. 13, diagnosing localized lung adenocarcinoma.
Papal physician Dr. Luigi Carbone said no medical contraindications prevent the planned South America trip.
Argentine officials estimate about seven million people will attend events during the three-day stay in Argentina.

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