Start of the Procession

Palm Sunday in Antigua

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April 19th 2011
Disclaimer: This Palm Sunday from a Jew´s perspective... Ok so my understanding of Palm Sunday is commemorating the day when Jesus road into Jerusalem on a horse just before he was captured by the Romans (thanks Grego). Antigua is apparently THE place to be in all of Central America for their Holy Week (Semana Santa) processions and vigils throughout the week. Sunday was the first big ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Capital Region » Antigua

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The Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experience... ... read more