Holy Week in Spain

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Holy Week in Spain
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The distinctive cloaks and hoods (capirotes) of Spanish Holy Week processions
Official nameSemana Santa
Observed bySpain
TypeReligious, Historical, Cultural
SignificanceCommemoration of the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus
BeginsPalm Sunday
EndsEaster Sunday
CelebrationsProcessions

Holy Week in Spain is a holiday mostly celebrated by the Spanish speaking countries that celebrate holy week for Catholics.