Procesiones de Semana Santa de Popayán

Popayán, Cauca

Holy Week (March or April)

They date back to colonial times. From Tuesday to Saturday of Holy Week, between 8 and 11 p.m., five processions cover about two kilometers of the historic center, with flower-adorned religious floats accompanied by faithful carrying candles.

Dates change every year: confirm them with the town before you travel.

Heritage: Patrimonio Cultural Inmaterial de la Humanidad (UNESCO, 2009)

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