Semana Santa in Mexico is a vibrant blend of Catholic traditions and pre-Hispanic customs. In Taxco, hooded penitents carry heavy crosses through the streets. San Miguel de Allende is known for its “Procession of Silence” on Good Friday. In Iztapalapa, Mexico City, a massive passion play involves thousands of participants. Coastal towns see an influx of vacationers, with some beaches hosting reenactments of the Crucifixion. Traditional foods include capirotada (bread pudding) and nopal salad. In Chiapas, indigenous communities incorporate unique syncretic practices. Many Mexican families attend church services, participate in processions, and gather for festive meals. The burning of Judas effigies on Holy Saturday is a widespread tradition, often with political overtones.
Semana Santa Traditions in Mexico
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