Fatima is a small town in central Portugal known for its religious significance. It became famous in 1917 when three shepherd children reported visions of the Virgin Mary. These apparitions led to the establishment of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, which attracts millions of pilgrims each year. The sanctuary features a large basilica, a chapel called the Chapel of the Apparitions, and various other religious sites. The site commemorates the messages of peace and prayer that the children received during their visions. Today, Fatima is a major pilgrimage destination for Catholics worldwide.