- According to this special dissemination magazine, it is stated that our passion festival takes place in a historical environment «recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. The origins of this ritual in the city date back to the processions of the 13th century.
«The Holy Week of Extremadura allows us to admire the religious processions of the Brotherhood traveling to the Historic Center,» explains the Holy Week Guide from the prestigious publication «National Geographic,» which has highlighted it for the whole country as one of the most relevant tourist attractions in Mérida.
A journey through Spain’s main holy weeks, where Mérida takes a leading role. According to this special dissemination magazine, it is stated that our celebration of passion takes place in a historical environment «recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. From the Cathedral of Santa Jerusalén (now Santa María en Alcalde) to the Basilica of Santa Eulalia,» they emphasize.
The article is accompanied by photographs of the joyful Virgin of Angustii and Hornito. «National Geographic» states in this report that «solemnity and drama characterize the Holy Week of Mérida,» recalling some of the most notable processions and images.
In addition, they give special mention to the Cross of the Roman Amphitheater, emphasizing that it is «the most anticipated moment of Holy Week in Mérida, taking place early in the morning, from Good Friday to Holy Saturday, when the medieval image of Christ of the city is transferred to the AMA. A special edition of the scientific publication is now available for purchase at newsstands and through their website.
