The Seville celebration has existed since at least the 16th Century but is believed to have existed even earlier.įrom Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, processions take over the streets of Spain as a tribute to the Passion of Jesus Christ. It is celebrated all over Spain and many people say it dates as far back as the 12th Century. In 2017, it takes place from the 9th to the 16th of April. Semana Santa takes place the week leading up to Easter and is a celebration that locals spend all year preparing for. Semana Santa 101 from a passionate local expert, check it out! But, what makes Semana Santa in Seville so special? Read on to find out!īefore we dive into the ins and out of Seville’s well-loved Holy Week celebration, have a look at this great introductory video from our expert guide, Sara. Huge statues representing various images from the Passion of Jesus Christ take the streets in processions that last up to 12 hours. Schools shut, certain workplaces close and the whole city bands together in appreciation of the spectacle. Spring in Seville means two things, Semana Santa (Holy Week in English) and our similarly extravagant April Fair celebration. While the fair is all about traditional dance, delicious food, and ice-cold sherry, Semana Santa takes a very different tone. But what exactly does Holy Week in Seville involve?
Content courtesy of Devour Sevilla Semana Santa in Seville is one of our most iconic celebrations, and the week leading up to Easter is a fascinating time to be in the city.
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