THE MOST OUTSTANDING PROCESSIONS

The procession most renowned takes place during the early hours of the morning between Thursday and Friday before Palm Sunday. This penitential "Via Crucis" (Stations of the Cross) marks the beginning of the Holy Week in the city. But what makes this procession special in Cartagena is the route through the historical centre. The members of this Brotherhood are only accompanied by "tambores sordos" (muffled drums) and prayers in the different stations.

Then, the most spectacular and popular processions are the Magna Procesión del Cristo del Prendimiento de los Californios (Procession of the Arrest), on Spy Wednesday and the Procesión del Santo Entierro de los Marrajos (Procession of the Holy Burial), on Good Friday. Order, lights, flowers and music make of this procession something unforgettable.

The procession with greater devotion is held on Holy Tuesday, one of the days of the Holy Week in Cartagena which is authentically enjoyed. The "piquetes" (military squads) of the Spanish Marine Infantry and the Spanish Army accompany the statues through the calle Mayor.