Giant celebrations are held all over Spain, as well as in Antigua, Guatemala, and around the Latin world.
Holy Week, or Semana Santa, is celebrated in most predominantly Catholic societies. Giant celebrations are held all over Spain, as well as in Antigua, Guatemala, and around the Latin world. From reenactments of The Passion, to cross and candle processions of the Catholic penitents called nazarenos, to giant carpets of colored rice and beans, the celebrations are extensive.