In La Paz, Bolivia, dozens of Catholics participated in the procession of the Holy Sepulcher, an activity that was declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Bolivia two years ago. During this Holy Week, the procession took place to thank and value the sacrifice of Jesus. The route started at the La Merced church, in the...
In Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala, hundreds of faithful Catholics commemorated Good Friday by participating in the procession of the Lord Buried in the indigenous town of Santiago Atitlán, located in the southwest of the country. In this celebration, the journey of the Mayan deity Rilaj Mam, also known as Maximón, intertwines, creating one of the most significant processional parades...
Mayan and Catholic beliefs merge on this special day in Guatemala, showcasing the cultural richness and diversity of the country. This religious symbiosis reflects the historical heritage of a nation where ancient traditions coexist with more recent practices, in an event that gains profound spiritual significance for the participants.
