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Easter in Spain

All eyes will be on both the weather forecast for the Semana
Santa celebration, one of the most treasured times of the year
in Spain, and indeed the issues associated with Coronavirus.
This important period in Spain’s cultural calendar starts with
weekend processions, run by the Confradías (or brotherhoods),
on Palm Sunday (5th April). In larger towns in the Malaga
province there are religious processions throughout much of
the week, especially in Malaga city, Marbella and Vélez-Málaga
on the Costa. More places join in as the week goes on and
by Easter itself, towns and villages will be taking part on Good
Friday and Easter Sunday, with a rest day on Saturday.
With so much effort going into preparations for the tronos
(ornate platforms carrying images of Jesus and Mary and often
other figures from the story of the crucifixion of Christ), any
rain or continued concerns over the spreading of Coronavirus
would cause huge disappointment. Penitents’ clothes have
been spring-cleaned and band music polished as thousands
get ready to take part. Each year more tourists flock to the
ornate and moving spectacles. If you haven’t ventured to
watch, make this year the one you do, take precautions and
personal care – you will not be disappointed.

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