Benjamin Barnett

Semana Santa 101: a Look at Holy Week in Guatemala Benjamin Barnett

Semana Santa in Guatemala, also known as Holy Week, is an exciting mix of tradition and religion that is celebrated all over this Central American country. In "Semana Santa 101: A Look at Holy Week in Guatemala", you'll find information about the origins of Semana Santa in Guatemala, preparations for the festivities and how the hermandades (brotherhoods) are organized. You'll also read about the processions that Antigua Guatemala is famous for, the different religious rituals, both Christian and Mayan, as well as step-by-step recipes for traditional Semana Santa foods and easy-to-follow instructions to make your own crafts. "Semana Santa 101" is ideal for the casual reader about Guatemala to those wanting to find out more about their roots.