culture
April 5, 2026
Sutiaba Artisans and the Passion Carpets
This Good Friday, from the early morning hours, 48 artisans from the traditional streets of the indigenous community of Sutiaba, in León.
TL;DR
- 48 artisans from Sutiaba, León, created traditional passion carpets on Good Friday.
- The carpets are made from sawdust and represent a cultural tradition over a century old.
- The tradition is now in its fourth generation of bearers.
- The activity was organized by INTUR and the Municipal Mayor's Office of León.
- Thousands of visitors admired the ephemeral artworks.
- This event strengthens the cultural identity of León during Holy Week.