She was honoured for that act of mercy in 1999 with the Saint Rita of Cascia prize, which is awarded yearly to women of different religious beliefs who have overcome a tragic event in their lives.
Igbaras celebrates its town fiesta annually on May 22 in honor of Sta. Rita de Cascia.
The City is known for its St. Rita of Cascia Statue, The biggest Brazilian statue.As of the IBGE in 2000, the city had a total population of 31,294.
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The district has several relevant churches, including a sanctuary named after Saint Rita of Cascia, the church of Saints Nazarius and Celsus, dating back to at least the 14th century, and the church of San Marchetto (16th century).