Palm Sunday begins with mass at several churches, blessing of the palms at Santa Bárbara, then a procession, remembering Christ's journey into Jerusalem.
Monday through Thursday of Semana Santa are made up with religious processions, retreats, sermons and other celebratory events. On Thursday, the Last Supper is reenacted.
Then, on Good Friday the crucifixion is held along with the masses and solemn rites.
Saturday is filled with prayers and rites, processions and religious meetings.
Easter Sunday is a joyous day with masses, eucharistic rites and processions.
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