Semana Santa in Chile combines religious observance with a time for family and reflection. In the Andean north, indigenous influences create unique syncretic celebrations. The town of Quillota is known for its living Via Crucis, where locals reenact the Passion. In coastal areas like Coquimbo, fishermen decorate their boats for maritime processions. Traditional foods include pan de Pascua (a fruit cake) and empanadas de mariscos (seafood empanadas). In Santiago, the Metropolitan Cathedral hosts solemn services, while the Cerro San Cristóbal becomes a pilgrimage site with its hilltop statue of the Virgin Mary.
Semana Santa Traditions in Chile
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