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How Colombia is experiencing the most solemn days of Holy Week: details of religious tours
Holy Week has begun and thousands of Colombians are commemorating the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Several cities in the country are already carrying out various rituals including processions, visits to monuments, tours of churches, among other activities typical of the Easter Triduum.
TL;DR
- Thousands of Colombians are commemorating Holy Week through various rituals like processions and monument visits.
- Popayán is known for its traditional night processions, involving all age groups.
- Girón, Santander, offers around 20 activities for Holy Week, including the 'seven potajes' tradition on Holy Thursday.
- The Cristo Rey in Belalcazar, Caldas, is a unique monument offering panoramic views of four departments.
- Cartagena is hosting a floral circuit featuring over 60,000 export-quality roses.
- Pasto, Nariño, is internationally recognized for religious tourism, showcasing monumental artisan religious figures.
- Zipaquirá's Cathedral will host a religious mapping spectacle with live musical performances.
- Bogotá's Monserrate is a popular pilgrimage site with liturgical activities and security measures for visitors.