The preparation for Semana Santa continued with decorations and staging of chairs.

We attended several Pasos at this location and a few across town, and by far the best were the ones we observed from the balcony. It was from this vantage point that the full magnitude and scope of the event could be fully experienced.

Then the banner for each Hermanidad is presented followed by hundreds of Nazarenos wearing the Capirotes

Each Hermanidad will have two Pasos: Paso del Palio (Mary) and Paso del Cristo (Christ or a scene with Christ). Each is carried by 30+ Costaleros under the Paso. The Paso is followed by a band whose music intensifies the experience. Last but not least are the Penetentes who carry wooden crosses. Below are some pictures and videos that don’t fully capture the beauty of the event.

By far, the most moving image was that of Christ being lowered from the cross.

After almost five hours on the balcony it was time to leave and after mass on Sunday our Semana Santa will be complete

Even with all the official activities, we have still been able to carve out time for what has become our favorite activity; a three to four mile walk exploring the city.

Taking in some new sights or seeing others from a different perspective:

Our walk today took us through Parque de Los Principes.

And we found our way back to our favorite restaurant in Triana

Crispy ravioli with blood sausage

And the day would not be complete without finding a street entertainer or two

With Semana Santa winding down we will have a quiet week ahead. But we have learned, it will be nothing short of an adventure.