Holy Tuesday (Martes Santo)

The procession started from the Nuestra Senora dela O church and we came very early this time. These are pictures of the Castilla dela Luna which is just to the left of the church and the church facade.

There were penitentes including children carrying tall candles and crosses this time. The people along the way had to guide the crosses as they passed by to avoid getting hit. They normally march ahead of the Palio float which is in the background just inside the church entrance.


















There was only one float and this one depicted Jesus Christ after He was condemned to die on the Cross. Again, the floor is covered with red flowers.

Note the intricate woodcarving and design similar to the Philippines.

More penitentes carrying crosses and candles followed after the float. This was the composition of the procession but was very long because of the number of participants. The long wait also allows for personal meditation.

It was a solemn procession without the band and the crowd was very quiet except when they clap to acknowledge the costaleros' skills in maneuvering the float out of the church. The church doors are closed once the procession has left and upon returning and are only open for meditation during the day.