Holy Week in Murcia is much more than a religious event; it is a cultural experience that highlights the history and traditions of the region. For centuries, the brotherhoods of Murcia have kept this celebration alive, sharing their pasos, nazarenos, flowers, drums and bugles.
One of the most outstanding characteristics of Holy Week in Murcia is the generosity and community spirit of the procession. Among the numerous processions that take place during Holy Week in Murcia, some stand out such as the Good Friday procession, known as that of Los Salzillos, with more than four thousand Nazarenes carrying works by the sculptor Francisco Salzillo Alcaraz. Other well-known ones are the Procession of Silence, on Maundy Thursday, while the procession of Our Father Jesus of the Rescue, on Holy Tuesday.
During Holy Week in Murcia, there are also events and traditions not to be missed. The Paseo de la Burrica y el Demonio, where children dressed as angels carry the Devil in chains on Easter Sunday.
Where to enjoy the processions?
To witness the processions we recommend visiting the Plaza del Cardenal Belluga, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the Episcopal Palace.
Beyond the processions
Visit the Cathedral, which during these days hosts the Patron Saint of Murcia, La Virgen de La Fuensanta. Also, enjoy the typical Murcian tapas and climb to the sanctuary of La Fuensanta to contemplate the breathtaking views of the capital of Murcia.
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