How Valencia celebrates Semana Santa
Semana Santa, which is translates to “Holy week” in English, is one of the most recognized religious festivities worldwide, and the best thing is that each country has its own way of celebrating. A vibrant and culturally rich observance, Semana Santa encompasses various fascinating traditions and customs. Some of these include elaborate processions, religious art […]
Easter in Spain
Easter is the most important Catholic holiday of the year with Holy Week a.k.a Semana Santa playing a huge role in Spanish Easter celebrations. This special week leading up to Easter brings life to towns and cities, with the most renowned celebrations taking place in Andalucía, especially its capital Sevilla. However, this year things will […]
Holy Week in Valencia
Perhaps you have heard of or read about Holy Week in Sevilla, the most famous Easter celebration in Spain! Yet Easter is celebrated across the whole country with similar customs and traditions. Almost every village in Spain celebrates “Semana Santa” with parades and carriages with religious meanings, representing the Bible’s passages. Semana Santa in Valencia If you […]
