by Ask Zipy on 04-20-2019 in Costa Rica
SEMANA SANTA - Holy Week Procession in Quepos, Costa Rica.
The Catholic Church in each town organizes traditional masses and processions which take place on Holy Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Each procession is a dramatic reenactment of Jesus' journey through Jerusalem to his crucifixion and resurrection.
Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and marks the end of Semana Santa. In Christianity, this is the most sacred day of the year. This year Easter celebrations will be held on April 20th. Churches in Costa Rica usually organize a communion, or Eucharist, service on Easter Sunday.
For Costa Ricans, religious celebrations are very important, none more so than Semana Santa or Holy Week. Most locals either get together with their families to participate in religious celebrations or head out to the beaches for a vacation as they celebrate this most sacred holiday in Costa Rica.