Palm Sunday in San Antonino Castillo Velasco is always so special for numerous reasons. First, the people and the welcoming ambiance they create. Then there is the commitment of the the entire village to celebrate this holy day.
People cover the statue of Christ on his burro with the most amazing fruits, vegetables and breads... and I mean cover. Look at all that stuff and they were nowhere near done. Blogger buddy
Shannon at Casita Colibri, also has a couple of posts covering the event.
Here is the burro partly covered and yes, he has legs. The quality of the produce is remarkable.
Nearing completion. Note the ring of bread on the arm.
Finally, long poles are inserted and the whole thing is lifted and carried by about thirty men for the one km trek to the church where hundreds are waiting.
It is a long hard haul.
It is a remarkable and inspirational commitment, carrying that weight...
Semana Santa continues....
The vegetables all seems to be root crops. Is there a symbolism to that?
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