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About Semana Santa
Semana Santa is one of Southern Spain`s biggest religious festivals and is considered to be a time of solemn reverence and is a serious event where even fireworks, a signature in most Spanish fiestas, are not permitted. The festival features a series of processions throughout the week that start during the early afternoon, with the many brotherhoods of the church marching through the streets followed by dozens of elaborate floats and sculptures, some dating back to the 16th century, while bands play flamenco style hymns. The procession makes its way around town for hours and then finishes back at the church it began. On Good Friday, the festival hits a climax with the processions starting at midnight and continuing for most of the night.
When is Semana Santa held?
Semana Santa is held on the week leading up to (but not including) Easter Sunday.The best days to view the processions are Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Saturday.
Where does it take place?
The Easter week processions take place in every town or city in Costa del Sol with each having their own traditions and variations. The most spectacular among the Semana Santa processions are held in Malaga and Seville, although it is worth seeing in any of the Andalusian districts.
Do you have to pay?
Anyone can experience the festival and it is free of charge.If you wish to view the procession from the grandstands that are erected in some towns, you will need to pay for seats.
Tips
Tourists should note that it is considered disrespectful to wear shorts and T-shirts on Maundy Thursday, when the local women dress in full black.
Drinking and loud celebrating is frowned upon by many.
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