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Holy Week in the province of Almeria
The celebrations around Holy Week in the province of Almeria date back to the 16th century, after Muslim rule, when the first Christian manifestations began to emerge in this region. During the holy days, the Almerian brotherhoods walk the streets, accompanying residents, visitors and processionists.
On these days, people process to seek a promise of a miracle or favour obtained. Also, during this time of much Catholic fervour, special requests or promises are made.
Roquetas del Mar and Laujar de Andarax also have their holy festivities which, although they are not as famous as the previous ones, are full of religiosity and tradition.
At this time, it is typical to eat many legumes, citrus fruits such as oranges, sweets such as fritters, French toast and fried milk, among many other delicacies.
On these days, people process to seek a promise of a miracle or favour obtained. Also, during this time of much Catholic fervour, special requests or promises are made.
Faith in Almeria
The 103 municipalities that make up the province of Almeria celebrate Holy Week with devout fidelity. Among the municipalities where the holy commemoration is most deeply rooted, Cuevas de Almanzora, Velez-Rubio and Huercal-Overa stand out.In Huercal-Overa, the celebration includes musical bands and masses. It is a festival declared to be of National Tourist Interest.
In Velez-Rubio, people flood the streets during Good Friday, which is declared a Festival of Andalusian Tourist Interest.
In Cuevas del Almanzora, there are four brotherhoods. This is also a festival declared to be of Andalusian Tourist Interest.
In Velez-Rubio, people flood the streets during Good Friday, which is declared a Festival of Andalusian Tourist Interest.
In Cuevas del Almanzora, there are four brotherhoods. This is also a festival declared to be of Andalusian Tourist Interest.
Protagonists of Holy Week in Almeria
Undoubtedly, the brotherhoods and guilds are the main protagonists of Holy Week in the province of Almeria. These are religious associations that centre their worship around religious images and/or sacraments.
Today, brotherhoods and guilds are equal before the law, although in the past the brotherhoods were made up of people of different social statuses and professions, while the guilds were very rigid and brought together only people of the same profession and trade.
Today, brotherhoods and guilds are equal before the law, although in the past the brotherhoods were made up of people of different social statuses and professions, while the guilds were very rigid and brought together only people of the same profession and trade.
Processions in Almeria, its capital
The processions generally begin and end at the church or parish in question. It is tradition for all of them to pass through the Paseo of Almeria, between General Tamayo and General Ricardos streets. Priests, acolytes, altar boys, musical bands and authorities of the region participate in them.
There is a very special moment known as the "encounter", which is when Christ meets the Virgin. That moment between mother and son is usually impressive.
There is a very special moment known as the "encounter", which is when Christ meets the Virgin. That moment between mother and son is usually impressive.
The Almerian table at Holy Week
As the Catholic faith mandates during these holy days, red meat is avoided – hence, the popularity of fish and shellfish during these dates, with a highlight being cod, as in all of Spain.At this time, it is typical to eat many legumes, citrus fruits such as oranges, sweets such as fritters, French toast and fried milk, among many other delicacies.
Activities in the province of Almeria
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