Martyr

Saint Eulalia

Saint Eulalia, a young virgin, was martyred at 12 for defying Roman authorities during Diocletian's persecution.

Patron saint of Mérida, Runaways
Feast
December 10
Era
4th Century
Place
Mérida
Saint Eulalia portrait

At a Glance

Saint Eulalia

Feast Day
December 10
Era
4th Century
Primary Place
Mérida
Vocation
Martyr
Patronage
Mérida, Runaways

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Overview

Saint Eulalia

Saint Eulalia, a young virgin, was martyred at 12 for defying Roman authorities during Diocletian's persecution.

Feast day: December 10

Patronage

Mérida, Runaways

Connected Places

  • Mérida, Spain: Her martyrdom site
  • Barcelona, Spain: Her relics

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